Family Law

Family law encompasses a wide range of issues revolving around domestic relationships and family issues. Family law issues include:

• Marriage, civil unions, domestic partnerships
• Divorce, annulments, separations
• Child custody, surrogacy, adoption, parental rights
• Domestic violence and child abuse
• Division of property

This is not an exhaustive list. If you are dealing with family issues, discuss your situation with a local family lawyer. Law differs from state to state, you need to speak with a local family law attorney near you.

Family Law Term of the Day

Abandonment of a child

Leaving a child and disregarding their health, well-being, and safety is considered abandonment.

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Latest Family Law Question

How do I give my sister power of attorney over my son?

A Power of Attorney can allow another person to make decisions for your child for a limited period of time.

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