Family Law

Divorce, custody, child support, adoption, and domestic relations

Topics

Topics in Family Law

Divorce

Divorce is never easy, but understanding the process can make it less overwhe...

Child Custody

When it comes to your children, custody decisions are paramount. Learn how co...

Child Support

Child support ensures children maintain their standard of living after separa...

Alimony

Alimony—or spousal support—can be a significant factor in divorce. Learn ...

Prenuptial Agreements

A prenuptial agreement isn't about expecting the worst—it's about clarity a...

Restraining Orders

If you're facing harassment or threats, a restraining order can provide cruci...

Adoption & Guardianship

Adoption and guardianship create or formalize family bonds. Whether you're ad...

Paternity

Paternity establishment affects rights and responsibilities for both parents ...

Resources

Legal Guides

Family Law

Divorce Guide: Understanding the Legal Process from Filing to Final Decree

Divorce involves complex legal, financial, and emotional decisions that affect your future for years. Understanding the process helps you make informed choices about property, custody, and support. Learn what to expect at each stage of divorce proceedings and how to protect your interests.

January 19, 2026

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Contested vs Uncontested Divorce: Choosing the Right Approach for Your Situation

Uncontested divorces where spouses agree on terms are faster and cheaper, while contested divorces require court intervention when disputes cannot be resolved. Your choice affects cost, timeline, and stress levels. Learn which approach fits your situation and what each involves.

January 19, 2026

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Child Custody Guide: Understanding Custody Types, Determinations, and Your Rights

Child custody decisions determine where children live, who makes important decisions, and how parents share time. Courts prioritize the children best interests. Learn about custody types, how courts make decisions, and advocating for your parental rights.

January 19, 2026

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Legal vs Physical Custody: Different Types of Parental Rights

Legal custody covers decision-making authority for education, healthcare, and religion, while physical custody determines where children live. Parents may share both or have different arrangements. Understand the difference and how each affects your parenting role.

January 19, 2026

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Child Support Guide: How Support Is Calculated and Enforced

Child support ensures children receive financial support from both parents after separation. State formulas determine amounts based on income, custody time, and other factors. Learn how child support works, what affects calculations, and your rights and obligations.

January 19, 2026

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Child Support Calculation: How States Determine Support Amounts

Child support calculations use state-specific formulas considering both parents income, number of children, custody arrangements, and special expenses. Understanding the formula helps predict and verify support amounts. Learn how your state calculates support.

January 19, 2026

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Alimony and Spousal Support Guide: Understanding Post-Divorce Financial Support

Alimony provides financial support to a lower-earning spouse after divorce, helping maintain living standards and transition to independence. Whether you receive or pay alimony depends on multiple factors. Learn how alimony works, eligibility, and what affects amounts.

January 19, 2026

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Types of Alimony: Temporary, Rehabilitative, Permanent, and Lump Sum

Different alimony types serve different purposes—temporary support during divorce, rehabilitative support during career development, permanent support for long marriages, and lump sum settlements. Learn about alimony types and which may apply to your situation.

January 19, 2026

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Prenuptial Agreement Guide: Protecting Assets Before Marriage

Prenuptial agreements establish how property and debts will be handled if a marriage ends, protecting both parties assets and expectations. Properly drafted prenups are generally enforceable. Learn what prenups do, when they make sense, and how to approach this conversation.

January 19, 2026

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What Can Be Included in a Prenup: Allowed and Prohibited Provisions

Prenups can address property division, spousal support, debt allocation, and business interests—but cannot include child custody or support provisions. Some provisions may render entire agreements unenforceable. Learn what prenups can and cannot include.

January 19, 2026

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Restraining Order Guide: Legal Protection from Harassment, Abuse, and Threats

Restraining orders provide court-ordered protection from abusive partners, stalkers, or harassers—prohibiting contact, approach, and sometimes requiring surrender of firearms. Understanding the process helps victims get effective protection. Learn about restraining orders and how to obtain them.

January 19, 2026

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Types of Restraining Orders: Domestic Violence, Civil Harassment, and Stalking

Different restraining order types apply to different situations—domestic violence orders for intimate partners, civil harassment orders for non-family members, and stalking orders for persistent pursuit. Each has specific requirements. Learn which type fits your situation.

January 19, 2026

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Adoption Guide: Building Your Family Through Legal Adoption

Adoption creates permanent legal parent-child relationships through court proceedings that establish adoptive parents as children legal parents. Understanding the process helps prospective parents navigate this emotional journey. Learn about adoption requirements, types, and what to expect.

January 19, 2026

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Types of Adoption: Domestic, International, Foster, and Agency Options

Adoption pathways include private domestic adoption, international adoption, foster care adoption, and agency facilitated placements. Each has different processes, costs, and timelines. Learn about adoption types and finding the right path for your family.

January 19, 2026

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Paternity Guide: Establishing Legal Fatherhood and Parental Rights

Establishing paternity creates legal father-child relationships that enable custody rights, support obligations, and inheritance. Unmarried fathers must take steps to establish paternity. Learn about paternity establishment, rights it creates, and the process.

January 19, 2026

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Establishing Paternity: Methods for Creating Legal Father-Child Relationships

Paternity is established through voluntary acknowledgment, court proceedings, or genetic testing. The method depends on whether parents agree about fatherhood. Learn about different ways to establish paternity and which approach fits your situation.

January 19, 2026