Do family law attorneys handle divorce?
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Do family law attorneys handle divorce?
Family lawyers are legal professionals that specialize in matters to do with family law. They handle legal issues that are concerned with members of the family. Such legal issues include divorce, child custody, and guardianship among others. Below are some of the things that family lawyers can do.
What if I can’t afford an attorney for child custody?
Parents who cannot afford a private attorney have two main options: Represent yourself, otherwise known as pro se in legal terms. Or, granted you meet the pro bono program’s income requirements, you can request services from a pro bono attorney.
How does child support work if you live in different states?
Usually, a state court may enter an order requiring payment of money from a parent who lives in another state only if that out-of-state parent has a specific connection to the other state. This connection gives the court something that is known as personal jurisdiction or jurisdiction over the person.