Family Law

• Divorce
  When a marriage has become so difficult that both parties want it to be over, the subject of an uncontested divorce often arises. In theory, an uncontested divorce sounds simple — two people who simply want to satisfy the legal requirements to dissolve the marriage and become single again decide to work together to save time and speed up the process. Since many of the forms required for an uncontested divorce can be accessed through the state court system, it should be an easy, seamless process, right?
• Child Support
  Child support is a potentially thorny topic, whether you were married to your ex-partner or not. The court will consider a large number of factors when dealing with a child support case, but one of the first and most crucial is the issue of paternity. For most married couples, this issue is relatively straightforward. Absent other evidence or allegations, a man who was married at the time that a child was conceived will be named the presumed father.
• Child Custody and Visitation
  Most people are very relieved to see their divorce paperwork finally arrive. The final decree or petition is composed of everything the parties agree to and addresses everything from child custody to debt. Unfortunately, it might not be final in some situations. Read on to find out more. Most Divorce Decrees Have These Elements A quick glance at a divorce decree will prove that it's made up of a wide range of provisions addressing different issues.
• Paternity
  In some cases, especially in equitable divorces, there may not be any significant roadblocks to establishing paternity. An unmarried man who does not wish to dispute his paternity status can acknowledge that he is the biological father of a child. It is rare for acknowledgments such as this to be challenged, so such a statement is generally sufficient to establish paternity. Certain conditions may lead to an unmarried man being seen as the presumed father in the eyes of the court as well, although the requirements for this can vary from state to state.
• Premarital Agreement
  If you found yourself just too busy before your marriage to see an attorney for a prenuptial agreement, you may get another opportunity to do something very similar. Post-marital agreements are a fairly new way to address financial issues even if you've already said your vows. Read on to learn more. What is the purpose of a post-marital agreement? If you and your spouse already have a prenuptial agreement in place you may still benefit from taking another look at solidifying your financial plans and goals.
• Spousal Support
  Missing deadlines is a major problem. When an attorney misses a filing deadline, it could negatively impact your entire outcome. Important deadlines dealing with custody or alimony are particularly problematic when they are missed.

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
• DUI/DWI
  The police will inform you why they are arresting you, but their reason isn't necessarily the sole criminal charge the prosecutor might file. For example, the police might arrest you for driving under the influence (DUI) if you fail a field sobriety test. However, the DUI charge is not necessarily the only one you will eventually face.
• Traffic Violations
  It can be challenging to determine fault in a boating crash, and suing the wrong individual could even leave you with more wounds to nurse. Several issues can cause boating crashes, including speeding, intoxication, and a failed engine. Regardless of the cause of your crash, it's vital to seek legal representation if you want to win your case.
• Misdemeanors
  Misdemeanors often carry less harsh sentences with them than do felonies. However, there is quite a bit of flexibility in the sentencing for various misdemeanor crimes. Still, you would want to avoid jail time whenever possible, and that is quite a common punishment, even for minor crimes. A misdemeanor defense attorney can help. You will need one if your case is similar to any of the following.
• Assault

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  3 Things That Won't Fail If You Let A Personal Injury Attorney Handle Your Boating Accident Claim - Deciding To Split

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  Are you in the process of starting estate planning, but not sure if you need a will or a trust? This can be very confusing when you have children that are under the age of 18 since if you were to pass away prematurely there needs to be a decision about what happens with your assets. The two main ways to handle it are with either a will or a trust. It helps to know the main differences between these two estate planning methods so that you can pick the one that will work best for your needs.
• Wills
  Reach out to your estate planning attorney for more information on the differences between wills and trusts and for help designing your estate plan.
• Trusts
• Probate

Finance Law

• Bankruptcy
  If you and your spouse are currently involved in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy proceeding and are considering ending your marriage, there are some things you'll need to consider before you file for divorce. In some cases, the bankruptcy case will simply need to conclude before your divorce is finalized; in other situations, you may be forced to shift to a Chapter 7 bankruptcy instead. Learn more about the laws and rules behind divorcing during a bankruptcy case.