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Michael F. Pezzulli
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Texas Divorce Lawyer with 43 years experience

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Meghan Burns
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Robert Allen Thornton
Robert Allen Thornton
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You and Your Family Come First

I grew up in South Georgia where I was raised on traditional values and southern cooking. It comes down to minding your manners and finding joy in the simple things, really. I was always near woods or a farm. Even... Read More »
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Michael R. Puhl
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Texas Divorce Attorney with 36 years experience

Michael R. Puhl is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a member of the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists and a certified mediator. Michael has been honored as a Texas Super... Read More »
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Scott Shannon Gray
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Rockwall, TX Divorce Lawyer with 15 years experience
(972) 722-7567 815 T L Townsend Dr
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 Rockwall, TX 75087
Free ConsultationDivorce, Business, Family and Personal Injury
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law - Texas Wesleyan University and Texas Tech University School of Law
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Todd W. White
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Rockwall, TX Divorce Lawyer with 28 years experience
(972) 771-8011 503 South Goliad
 Rockwall, TX 75087
Divorce, Appeals, Estate Planning and Family
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Shannon M Estrada
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Rockwall, TX Divorce Attorney with 19 years experience
(972) 763-5451 2231 Ridge Road
Suite 101
 Rockwall, TX 75087
Divorce, Family, Probate and Social Security Disability
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Have you recently found yourself dealing with the painful heartbreak of a child support issue or domestic violence problem? Are you worried about the solidarity of your future now that you're unsure about an adoption problem? That’s why you need to turn to the helpful attention of Rockwall divorce attorney Shannon Estrada. She is experienced and works hard to make sure that each client is provided with attention that’s both necessary and deserved. Ms. Estrada can provide you with experienced guidance and the strong advocacy that your case needs to stay afloat. Don't let your heartbreak keep you from moving...
Rex Dwyer
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Rockwall, TX Divorce Lawyer with 36 years experience
(972) 771-0108 500 Turtle Cove Blvd
 Rockwall, TX 75087
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Insurance Defense
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
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Hi. I'm Rex Dwyer, I have been a practicing attorney for over 35 years. My practice currently serves Rockwall, Texas and the surrounding counties. I practice in the areas of Family Law and Business Litigation. I help people with family issues such as: divorce, child custody, child support and property division and business issues such as: non-competes, real estate litigation, employment litigation and contract litigation.

I opened Dwyer Law Firm in 2003 to serve the Rockwall community and to be closer to my family. I previously worked at a few larger firm's in Houston and Downtown Dallas: Farnsworth & Martin, Patterson...
Robert Sterling Guest
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Rockwall, TX Divorce Lawyer with 16 years experience
(972) 722-7567 815 T L Townsend Dr
#106
 Rockwall, TX 75087
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, Family and Juvenile
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Michael E. Goodman
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Rockwall, TX Divorce Attorney with 18 years experience
(972) 772-4140 1008 Ridge Rd
 Rockwall, TX 75087
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, Domestic Violence and Family
South Texas College of Law
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Cameron Cowan
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(972) 772-4140 311 E Interstate 30, Suite 100
 Rockwall, TX 75087
Rockwall, TX Divorce Attorney with 24 years experience
Divorce, Criminal, Estate Planning and Family
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In his 18 years of legal experience, Attorney J. Cameron Cowan spent almost 15 years a prosecutor for the State of Texas. He then opened his open private practice, handling criminal defense, military law, family law, and estate planning. Attorney Cowan also spent 8 years in US Army JAG Corps as a reservist. In that time, he was able to offer legal services to thousands of service members, even those going overseas. He attended Baylor University, graduating with a B.B.A. in Economics and Public Administration. J. Cameron Cowan then received his Juris Doctor from Texas Tech University, School of Law. He...
David Moore Eaker
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(972) 772-8005 505 East Boydstun
Suite 1
 Rockwall, TX 75087
Rockwall, TX Divorce Attorney with 20 years experience
Divorce, Appeals, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
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Comprehensive Family Law Practice including divorce, custody, and support matters Trained and experienced in collaborative law process and mediation but also willing and able to litigate those cases where necessary. Principal office in Rockwall County. Dallas office by appointment only. As the founder of the Eaker Law Firm, Rockwall attorney David M. Eaker provides legal counsel in divorce and a variety of family law situations. Since 1999, he has been licensed to practice law in the state of Texas. Mr. Eaker’s work over the years has led to him being recognized by his peers with...
Troy Alan Reimer
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Rockwall, TX Divorce Attorney with 22 years experience
(972) 771-5660 947 W. Ralph M Hall Parkway
Suite 101
 Rockwall, TX 75032
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
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Brian Blessing
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Rockwall, TX Divorce Attorney with 46 years experience
(972) 771-9954 104 W Kaufman St
 Rockwall, TX 75087
Free ConsultationDivorce, Criminal, DWI and Family
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Francesca Blackard
Francesca Blackard
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Susan Zonca Wright
Rockwall, TX Divorce Lawyer with 29 years experience
(972) 772-0285 603 N Goliad St
 Rockwall, TX 75087
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation and Family
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Kim Renee Timpa
Rockwall, TX Divorce Lawyer with 26 years experience
(972) 771-9627 202 N San Jacinto St
 Rockwall, TX 75087
Divorce, Criminal, DWI and Family
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Terese Marie Easter
Rockwall, TX Divorce Attorney with 39 years experience
(972) 772-7755 519 I-30
 Rockwall, TX 75087
Divorce, Criminal, Family and Juvenile
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Thomas Allen
Rockwall, TX Divorce Lawyer with 50 years experience
(972) 771-8678 311 Stonebridge Dr
 Rockwall, TX 75087
Divorce, Business, Criminal and Family
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David Glen Couch
Rockwall, TX Divorce Attorney with 21 years experience
(972) 771-9777 685 Justin Rd
 Rockwall, TX 75087
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Katherine Lee Metcalf
Rockwall, TX Divorce Attorney with 29 years experience
(972) 722-4246 103 N Goliad St
 Rockwall, TX 75087
Divorce, Family, Juvenile and Real Estate
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Shirley Sutherland
Rockwall, TX Divorce Attorney with 33 years experience
(972) 771-0111 965 E Ralph M Hall Pkwy
 Rockwall, TX 75032
Divorce, Business, Estate Planning and Family
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Brett Allen Hall
Rockwall, TX Divorce Attorney with 41 years experience
(972) 882-0271 1101 Ridge Rd
 Rockwall, TX 75087
Divorce, Family and Personal Injury
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Jay Blakeley Hall
Rockwall, TX Divorce Lawyer with 39 years experience
(972) 771-5411 207 E Rusk St
 Rockwall, TX 75087
Divorce, Business, Criminal and Family
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Keith Paul Wheeler
Rockwall, TX Divorce Lawyer with 34 years experience
(972) 771-8515 965 E Ralph M Hall Pkwy
 Rockwall, TX 75032
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Family
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Kate Mataya
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Victoria Warner
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Rowlett, TX Divorce Attorney with 28 years experience
(972) 412-5084 11102 Liberty Grove Rd
 Rowlett, TX 75089
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I am a registered nurse as well as a licensed attorney. My practice areas include, Dallas, Rockwall, Collin, Kaufman, Hunt, Denton and Tarrant counties. I am a trained collaborative lawyer and belong to the Rockwall Collaborative Family Law Alliance, as well as Collaborative Law Institue of Texas. 95% of my practice is family law and 5% is representation of nurses before the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners. Jennifer, my legal assistant has been with me for over 12 years.
Carol A. Warren
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Royse City, TX Divorce Attorney with 11 years experience
(972) 635-2888 103 N. Houston Street
 Royse City, TX 75189
Divorce, Estate Planning, Family and Probate
Texas A&M University School of Law
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Michael F. Pezzulli
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(972) 713-1300 12655 North Central Expressway
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 Dallas, TX 75243
Dallas, TX Divorce Lawyer with 43 years experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Real Estate
West Virginia University College of Law
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Michael F. Pezzulli is a seasoned attorney with the experience and track record clients trust. He is a powerful advocate in court for clients facing high-conflict divorce, complex asset division, and every kind of civil trial matter. Pezzulli leverages deep knowledge of the law and decades of experience with judges and courts across Texas to fight for his clients. His passion for taking a strong case to court for a jury to decide, when settling would yield a fraction of its potential, has produced highly favorable results for many.

Pezzulli understands the emotional and financial toll of taking legal action...
Aimee Michelle Pingenot
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Dallas, TX Divorce Lawyer with 16 years experience
(214) 373-7676 8350 North Central Expressway
Suite 1700
 Dallas, TX 75206
Divorce and Family
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Sunejiro Agbuke
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Dallas, TX Divorce Attorney with 1 year experience
8150 North Central Expy.
Ste. 1600 – S. Tower II
 Dallas, TX 75206
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family and Juvenile
Baylor Law School and Baylor University
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Britney E. Harrison
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Dallas, TX Divorce Attorney with 9 years experience
(214) 373-7676 8350 N. Central Expressway
Ste 1700
 Dallas, TX 75206
Divorce and Family
University of Texas - Austin
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Britney is an experienced attorney who thrives on the personal touch of family law and the opportunity to guide clients through one of the most difficult times of life. Combining the advocate and counselor sides of being an attorney, she builds trust with clients and makes them feel comfortable. Most important, she strives to resolve marital issues while preserving respectful relationships.
Angeline Lindley Bain
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Dallas, TX Divorce Attorney with 32 years experience
(214) 373-7676 8350 North Central Expressway
Suite 1700
 Dallas, TX 75206
Divorce and Family
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“Realizing that divorce is a life-changing event, I focus on helping clients preserve their dignity, relationships and equilibrium through this transition. That’s especially important in long-term marriages, where the emotional and financial stakes can be high.” — Angie Bain
Elisa Maloff Reiter
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Dallas, TX Divorce Attorney with 34 years experience
(469) 513-1899 Merit Tower 12222 Merit Drive
 Dallas, TX 75251
Divorce, Elder and Family
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Elisa Maloff Reiter provides value-added legal representation throughout the entire divorce process. Our firm combines the skills you would find at a boutique firm with efficiency in handling your case.

Whether you are enjoying your golden years or facing division of complex assets that include a business, you need an attorney who works expediently and effectively. Need help with parental alienation issues? Mrs. Reiter can help. LGQBT issues? Mrs. Reiter can help. Navigating a divorce for those in their golden years? Mrs. Reiter can help. Navigating a divorce at the height of your earning...
Jennifer Elizabeth Wright Satagaj
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Dallas, TX Divorce Attorney with 12 years experience
(214) 520-8100 8350 N. Central Expressway
Suite 1100
 Dallas, TX 75252
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St. Mary's University School of Law
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Paula Larsen
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Dallas, TX Divorce Attorney with 40 years experience
(214) 373-7676 8350 North Central Expressway
Suite 1700
 Dallas, TX 75206
Divorce and Family
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“With more than thirty years of experience in family law, including eleven years as a judge in the family courts, my primary goal is to help clients embrace realistic expectations, then move toward the best possible outcome.” — Paula Larsen
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Michele Yvette Garza
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Dallas, TX Divorce Lawyer with 21 years experience
(214) 295-5600 13140 Coit Road, Ste. 345
 Dallas, TX 75240
Divorce, Estate Planning, Family and Probate
University of Oklahoma College of Law
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Garza Law Firm, LLLP is a brother and sister team of aggressive trial lawyers. We focus our practice on two areas of law, Family Law and Estate Planning/Probate. Family law includes matters such as divorce, child support, custody/visitation modification, paternity, grandparents' rights and adoption. Estate Planning includes Wills/Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Deeds, etc. We charge a reasonable hourly rate or flat fee, depending on the complexity of the matter. We offer a military discount and can offer a payment plan for attorney fees upon request.
Klint Rybicki
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Farmersville, TX Divorce Lawyer with 11 years experience
(972) 784-3060 107 McKinney Street
 Farmersville, TX 75442
Free ConsultationDivorce, Business, Family and Probate
Texas A&M University School of Law
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Klint focuses his practice in the area of family law, business law, and other areas. Klint has helped hundreds of clients with family and domestic needs.

In addition, Klint assisted clients with complex business contractual matters and aiding in corporate structuring and prevailed in many mid to large scale civil lawsuits in the areas of franchise, consumer issues, and failed business ventures.

Klint received his J.D. from Texas A&M University School of Law. While in law school, Klint interned for the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Klint earned a Bachelor of Business Administration...
Marc Phillip Garza
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Dallas, TX Divorce Attorney with 14 years experience
(214) 295-5600 13140 Coit Rd.
Suite 345
 Dallas, TX 75240
Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
South Texas College Of Law
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Marc P. Garza was born in San Antonio, Texas on September 26, 1978 and grew up in Dallas, Texas after his family relocated when he was just two years old. Marc graduated from Greenhill School in 1996 and received his Bachelor of Arts in History from Texas A&M University at College Station in 2000. Marc earned his law degree from South Texas College of Law in 2004 and received his law license that same year. Other than one year at the Texas Workforce Commission, Marc has spent his entire career in private practice. Marc focuses his efforts on representing...
Beth Maultsby
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Dallas, TX Divorce Attorney with 32 years experience
(214) 373-7676 8350 North Central Expressway
Suite 1700
 Dallas, TX 75206
Divorce and Family
St. Mary's University School of Law
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Tracey Edward Gajak
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Dallas, TX Divorce Attorney with 22 years experience
(214) 373-7676 8350 North Central Expressway
Suite 1700
 Dallas, TX 75206
Divorce and Family
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Julie E. Johnson
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Dallas, TX Divorce Lawyer with 27 years experience
(214) 290-8001 12222 Merit Drive
Suite 1200A
 Dallas, TX 75251
Free ConsultationDivorce and Personal Injury
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Since 1991, attorney Julie Johnson has represented thousands of people in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. As a seasoned trial lawyer, she provides highly effective courtroom representation along with unmatched settlement results for her clients. She handles a broad spectrum of legal matters, including cases that involve personal injury, including car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, Due to her vast experience she often serves as a mediator to facilitate settlement of a wide variety of disputes. If you have been injured in a life changing car crash, suffered a serious fall and injury or have been hurt on the...
Lisa Gayle Garza
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Dallas, TX Divorce Lawyer with 28 years experience
(972) 885-3724 10670 North Central Expressway
Suite 450
 Dallas, TX 75231
Divorce and Family
Oklahoma City University School of Law
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Liza G. Garza is the founder and one of the respected Dallas divorce attorneys at Lisa G. Garza. She is a Board Certified Specialist in family law revered for her compassionate counsel and personalized attention she gives every case that comes to her. With over two decades of experience in family law, Attorney Garza can confidently advocate your rights and best interests. Whether you are dealing with a difficult child custody dispute or a complex high-asset property division, you can count on Attorney Garza to fight for you. Schedule a consultation when you call (972) 885-3724.
Eric Stephen Lafleur
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Allen, TX Divorce Lawyer with 19 years experience
(972) 836-2068 700 Central Expy. S.
Ste. 400
 Allen, TX 75013
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Eric is board certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Kaitlin A. Capetillo
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Dallas, TX Divorce Attorney with 5 years experience
(214) 780-0646 8080 N. Central Expressway
Suite 1300
 Dallas, TX 75206
Divorce, Arbitration & Mediation, Domestic Violence and Family
Texas Tech University School of Law
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Kaitlin Capetillo has practiced family law since graduating from law school and has direct experience handling a variety of family law issues, including divorce, child custody & visitation, adoption, termination, child support, property division, and the modification or enforcement of prior court orders.
Brian Andrade
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Richardson, TX Divorce Attorney with 7 years experience
(972) 372-4926 1701 Gateway Blvd., Suite 333
 Richardson, TX 75080
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SMU Dedman School of Law
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I am a family law attorney in the Dallas Fort Worth area. I handle divorce, child custody, enforcement of orders, and just about anything involving the family.
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Considering divorce?

If a person wishes to terminate his or her marriage, he or she may file for a divorce. In a divorce proceeding, the court will terminate the marriage and determine the rights and responsibilities of the divorcing parties regarding child custody, child visitation, child support and spousal support (alimony). The court will also redistribute marital assets.

Depending on where you reside and where your assets are, the division of property can be a very simple or very complex process. Disputes often arise during this phase of a divorce if the two parties disagree as to who should receive which assets or property.

Finding a divorce lawyer who is experienced and reliable can reduce your stress and help you make the best choices possible. A good divorce lawyer should be a problem solver who is skilled at negotiation and possesses a solid trial background. If both parties are open to alternative dispute resolution, such as arbitration or mediation, finding a lawyer experienced in collaborative divorce or divorce mediation would be beneficial.

Divorce lawyers also handle child custody issues, including multi-state and international child custody situations. Some divorce lawyers may be certified by their states as being family law specialists. Certification often requires that a lawyer meet certain experience and educational criteria.

Legal Custody: A parent with legal custody has the right to decide on the child's upbringing, education, and medical care. A court may grant legal custody to one parent (sole legal custody) or both parents (joint legal custody).

Separate Property: Property acquired before marriage or during the marriage as a gift or inheritance, or bought during marriage with separate property.

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