Divorce, Support and Custody Law

Family Law: Divorce, Support and Custody

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Every divorce case is different, and specific laws vary from state to state, but divorce cases generally follow one of two paths. The parties may reach an agreement, submit that agreement to the court for approval, and receive a divorce decree ending their marriage and setting forth the terms they've agreed upon. Or, if the parties can't reach an agreement, the case will be scheduled for a contested hearing, where a judge will consider evidence like financial records, witness testimony, and expert reports on issues like valuation of property and custody arrangements.

If you are able to work together and the issues aren't too complex, you may be able to manage your dissolution case without having to formally retain an attorney. You can buy a self-help book with tear-out forms, or download software that will organize and print everything for you. Additional legal forms can be purchased online and downloaded to your computer where you can complete and print them, ready for filing, as needed. Telephone consultations with attorneys are available to legal service plan members. You can enroll online and call a toll-free number to set up a telephone appointment with a plan attorney, who will answer your questions. The attorney can also review any documents you've prepared and dicuss them with you. Links to all the resources mentioned, even the hardest part (emotional support, join family law support group), are listed here, on this page.

If you're not able to proceed with an uncontested divorce, or if you need help with a complicated part of your case, you can use this form to locate a family law attorney near you. A local divorce attorney can help you understand your state's divorce, custody, and child support laws, and how they will affect your case. Fill out the form below to arrange a divorce case evaluation.

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