Family & Marital Law
Unfortunately, a large percentage of all marriages end in divorce. A divorce is typically a highly emotional and traumatic experience for the spouses and their children. Further, spouses going through a divorce often are not aware of their legal rights and obligations. We are here to counsel our clients during their divorce and to assist them in navigating the complex dissolution of marriage process. Taking into account the multitude of issues involved in dissolution of marriage proceedings, our attorneys will discuss various alternative dispute resolution methods available to you, such as mediation or the use of collaborative law, so that you know all of your options and can decide the best and most cost-effective manner in which to pursue your case.
Our attorneys are particularly sensitive to the impact a separation, divorce, or paternity suit may have on the children involved. We are experienced in dealing with an array of family law issues involving children, including contact schedules (custody), time-sharing, parenting plans, and parental relocation with a minor child. We have advocated for our clients in international relocation disputes, and recently helped a client win the right to relocate to the United Kingdom with her two children after a five-day trial. We also assist clients with actions to establish, enforce, modify, or terminate child support or alimony awards.
The attorneys at our firm can also counsel you with family law issues unconnected with a dissolution of marriage. We frequently represent a parent (either mother or father) in paternity actions, and are experienced in dealing with an array of paternity issues, including paternity tests, time-sharing, and child support. In addition, we can negotiate and craft prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, which can help to ensure that your assets are protected in the unfortunate event of divorce. Likewise, our attorneys are available to assist with any private wealth or estate planning needs you may have before, during, or after a divorce or separation, as these changing family dynamics often necessitate the reconsideration of such needs. If you are involved in a family law matter or dispute, we will handle your case with compassion, respect and discretion.
Rebecca Palmer leads the Family & Marital Law practice. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consultation, please contact our family law line at 407.418.6482