What Types of Cases Do Family Law Attorneys Handle?

Family law is a broad body of law that specifically focuses on cases pertaining to the family and children. Family law attorneys handle a wide range of legal matters, including the following: 

  • Separation
  • Prenuptial Agreements
  • Postnuptial Agreements
  • Child custody
  • Parenting time allocation/visitation
  • Child support
  • Alimony (also known as Spousal Support)
  • Adoption
  • Paternity
  • Domestic Violence
  • Parenting Plans
  • Marital property division
  • Child custody and support enforcement
  • Modifications to custody and support 

In addition, most family law attorneys represent clients in divorce cases — as well as handle the child custody and support matters connected with them.