Divorce and Family Law

In our Divorce and Family Law practice, we strive to help clients in the following areas:

Contested and Uncontested Divorces: We understand that sometimes a marriage ends.  Regardless of why, our lawyers are here to help.  If the issues between the parties can be agreed upon, then, we can put that agreement in legal form.  If an agreement cannot be reached, and court is required, we will fight for our client’s rights in court.

Child Visitation and Parenting Time: A parent’s ability to spend time with a child is the most rewarding and difficult job.  Many courts have modernized and come to realize that a child needs both parents involved in the child’s life.  Our lawyers fight for a client’s parental right to help raise their child.

Child Support: Kids are expensive, but worth every penny.  It is important that any agreement or court order reflect the true support obligation and both parents’ ability to pay.  Our attorneys can help our clients sort through the details of child support laws and obligations.

Modification: Circumstances change and sometimes it is necessary to modify an agreement or court order.  Whether it is the amount of child support, visitation or other court terms, our lawyers can help you determine the best course of action.

Contempt: If the otherside will not do what they are supposed to do, then our lawyers can take them to court.  Also, if you are wrongly brought into court for contempt, we can defend against the accusations.

Legitimation/ Paternity: Legitimation and paternity issues can arise due to a child from a previous relationship, an out of wedlock birth, or an untrue accusation.  Whether you believe someone is or is not the father or whether you are or are not the father, our lawyers can help you during the legitimation process.

Adoptions:  Adoption is one of the most satisfying areas of the law since it helps a family legally accomplish goals of loving and caring.  Many times, people are already the primary care provider for a child, and need further legal rights and protections.  Many other times, a family wants to adopt a child to complete their family.   In this emotion and complex area of law, please call us and see if our firm can help.

Guardianships: Although guardianships are commonly used in the probate context, they are also used in domestic relations cases when a relative or other caring individual needs legal documentation to take care of a child without the formal adoption process.

Domestic Mediations: Attorney John Breakfield is a registered domestic mediator and is available to lawyers and parties alike for their mediation needs involving: divorce, child custody, child support, modification and more.  This knowledge also assists our divorce and family law clients.

For more information on our Divorce and Family law services, contact our office today for a free consultation. We offer flexible fee schedules.  Please contact us for details.