Family Law

Paternity Proceedings
Depending upon whether a state has adopted the Uniform Parentage Act or whether they have another state statute that governs, paternity proceedings may typically be commenced any time from after the child's birth or at any time for the purpose of declaring the existence of the father and child relationship. The action may also be commenced for the purpose of declaring the non-existence of the father and child relationship. More...
Long Distance Caregiving, Hiring a Caregiver, and Medicare
Many adult children no longer live in close proximity to their parents. Often times either children or parents relocate due to employment or retirement. If a parent falls ill, the task of caring for the parent in a long distance capacity may be very difficult and stressful. Moreover, long distance caregiving is a time-consuming endeavor. More...
Requirements for a Valid Premarital Agreement
There are several requirements for a valid premarital agreement. In deciding whether to uphold a premarital agreement, a court will consider a number of factors. More...
School Discipline and Remedies
If it is established that a student was improperly subjected to school discipline there are various types of actions that the student may take. More...
Divorce and Property Division
When spouses have decided that their marriage is no longer viable and divorce is the proper remedy, numerous issues are involved, including the division of their property. More...

Areas of Practice

  • Divorce  - Contested
    Divorce -- Uncontested
    Divorce --Document Review
    Child Custody
    Child Support
    Alimony
    Adoptions
    Paternity
  • Wills/Trusts
    • Simple Wills
    • Simple Trusts
    • Medical Directives
    • Durable Power of Attorney
    • Living Will

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