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10.13.16

When Should a Family Law Attorney Get Involved?

In many cases, family law matters arise when a sensitive family issue becomes dire and pressing. Individuals and families facing these issues are going through challenging and difficult times, and a family law attorney can provide invaluable experience and guidance during the process.

Compassionate family law attorneys help clients find solutions to their family issues, whether those issues pertain to a divorce or an adoption proceeding. Here are a few things to consider that might let you know it is time to seek out a Phoenix family law attorney.

You Are Ready for a Change in Your Marriage

Unfortunately, divorces are a common reality for a 21st century marriage. If you are considering a divorce or your partner has mentioned their desire for a divorce, you need to find a family law attorney who can effectively guide you through the divorce process. Your attorney will help you interact with your spouse in a way that attempts to help divorce agreements, and your family law attorney will also fight for your custody rights if you have children.

Adoption Proceedings

No matter whether you are a parent or a grandparent, adoption proceedings work best with a skilled family law attorney at your side who is familiar with the particularities of Arizona law.

Lesser Known Family Issues Are Equally Important

While divorce proceedings, custody hearings and adoption proceedings are the most well-known family law issues, it is always helpful to have a family law attorney for any and all family issues. Having a baby, getting married and starting a business are all aspects of your life that can affect a family, just to name a few.

As such, it helps to choose a family law attorney who will serve as your personal family lawyer that helps your family from start to finish. Without the right information and legal expertise, your family can be at risk without you even knowing it. Whenever you even think there is a possible family issue in your life, always mention it to your personal family lawyer.

Here are a few issues where your family law attorney can help:

  • Getting Married/ Prenuptial and Antenuptial Agreements
  • Having a Baby
  • Choosing a Home
  • Raising Children
  • Starting/Choosing a New Job
  • Taking Care of a Spouse’s Parents
  • Buying a Life Insurance Policy
  • Divorce
  • Planning the Estate
  • And More

If you need to discuss a family issue with a Phoenix family law firm, contact May, Potenza, Baran & Gillespie for a free legal consultation to discuss your family matters.

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