When do I need a divorce or family law attorney?

author by Kevin Patrick Rauseo on Oct. 21, 2014

Divorce & Family Law Divorce Divorce & Family Law  Family Law Divorce & Family Law 

Summary: When do I need a divorce or family law attorney?

When do I need a divorce or family law attorney?

At Hamblett & Kerrigan we have the resources and experience to provide you with high-quality legal representation in even the most complex family law matters. We handle divorces, same-sex divorces and family issues, nontraditional family issues, post-divorce modifications, complex parental rights issues (custody and visitation issues), grandparent visitation issues, family business divisions, alimony awards, child support matters, adoptions and domestic violence issues.

We have extensive experience in handling such matters as valuing professional and closely held business, division of pensions and retirement accounts, dealing with alimony and child support issues, and negotiating workable, lasting parenting arrangements. We also have extensive experience in both prosecuting and defending against fault-based divorces, such as adultery, habitual drunkenness, conduct to injure health and/or reason and extreme cruelty cases. Our attorneys provide sensitive and caring representation in the most difficult cases involving domestic violence. At Hamblett & Kerrigan, we understand that family law matters often involve emotional, personal and financial stress, changes in family structure, and in some cases can involve your physical safety. All of your communications with our office will be held in the strictest confidence and handled with the utmost propriety and sensitivity.

Allow Hamblett & Kerrigan to be there, by your side, to give you a legal advantage.

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