When settling matters of custody, child support and visitation, courts are supposed to act on what’s in the best interest of the child. However, this means that sometimes, fathers get the short end of the stick. Societal expectations that the mother should be the primary caretaker—regardless of her suitability as... View Article
When you hire a family law attorney, you may be asked to pay a retainer fee. If you’ve never had to work with lawyers before, the idea of a retainer fee might not be as clear as it could be. What are they, and what is their purpose? Think of... View Article
Raising children can be an exciting and fun experience—but not all co-parents stay together for the long term. When you and your child’s other parent split up, you may need the services of a child custody attorney. Whether you were married, in a relationship or otherwise, your right to see... View Article
If you’ve never been in trouble with the law before, you might not know when it’s a good idea to have a criminal attorney on hand. Some encounters come on suddenly, where you might not know you need a lawyer until you’re being read your Miranda rights. Other times, you... View Article
Have you ever wondered what exactly a family law attorney does? Perhaps you’re considering a legal career, or maybe you just want to know what kind of family law services are available. While a family lawyer is commonly associated with divorces and custody proceedings, there are plenty of other tasks... View Article