Hawthorn Family Lawyers

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Family Law

Family law encompasses an expansive spectrum of issues pertaining to families. From domestic partnerships and adoptions, to child custody disputes and divorce, spousal support payments and property division agreements - as well as childcare issues - it all falls within its purview.

Family lawyers often deal with highly sensitive, confidential cases that can be emotionally draining for clients. Therefore, they must be adept communicators and problem solvers who can assist their clients during a challenging period in their lives.

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Divorce

Courts must resolve issues related to divorce such as child custody, placement and placement decisions, property division (including marital debt) and spousal support. State laws typically presume each party is entitled to half of shared marital assets and debt; if property was gifted directly or inherited independently from one spouse then a judge may award only that portion.

Most states mandate divorce mediation before issuing a final decree from a judge, while some courts offer co-mediation, where two mediators work collaboratively to help couples reach agreement on an amicable resolution.

Whenever one spouse refuses to cooperate in the divorce proceedings, the filing spouse can seek a default judgment from their state's courts. Each state varies in terms of how it permits spouses to obtain this order; usually however they involve making repeated attempts at serving papers on non-responsive parties until successful service occurs.
Child Custody & Support

Child custody and visitation arrangements can often be among the most contentious elements of divorce proceedings. A judge will make their determination on what's in the child's best interests based on factors like history of abuse or addiction by parents, mental health and social services reports as well as testimony from friends and family members.

Courts may award both legal and physical custody to either parent, or one may receive sole legal or physical custody. Most psychological experts and lawyers typically recommend shared custody.

An individual or party may file a petition to modify an existing custody order if their circumstances have substantially altered, and a court hearing will take place to decide on an appropriate modification. We understand children's issues can be stressful and challenging - our experienced team helps ease stress by creating an open road through complex matters.
Pre-nuptial Agreements

Prenuptial agreements enable you and your partner to decide how you would like your finances, property and debt managed before, during and after marriage. They may also preserve separate property for children or protect an at-home parent who sacrifices career value when raising children in case of a divorce.

Before signing a prenuptial agreement, it is imperative that all assets are disclosed. Working with an experienced lawyer will help to ensure fair and enforceable terms for the agreement.

Our legal team in Mount Hawthorn can also offer guidance regarding Parenting Arrangements. We aim to ease any feelings of confusion, anxiety or stress by offering guidance through complex parental issues relating to custody, visitation and responsibility issues.
Adoption

Adoption is a legal process which transfers parental responsibilities and rights from birth parents to adoptive parents, with assistance from family law firms providing help finding an adoption agency and representing you during hearings.

A qualified family attorney can provide you with a list of reliable adoption service providers in your area and provide counseling or support for birthparents and prospective adoptive parents going through what can often be an emotionally trying process.

A qualified family attorney should have experience handling all types of divorce and custody proceedings, providing alternative dispute resolution methods which are less expensive than court. They will explain all available legal options as well as keep you up-to-date throughout the process.