Family Law Lawyers
Family law attorneys handle the legal matters that arise from marriage, divorce, parenting, and domestic relationships — including divorce, custody, adoption, prenuptial agreements, and protective orders.
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Family Law Attorneys
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States Covered
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Average Rating
19
Avg Years Experience
What family law lawyers handle
- →Contested and uncontested divorce
- →Child custody and visitation
- →Child and spousal support
- →Property division
- →Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
- →Adoption and guardianship
- →Protective orders
When to hire
Hire as soon as you're considering separation. Decisions made before consulting counsel — moving out, transferring assets, agreeing to temporary custody — can have lasting legal consequences.
Typical fees
Hourly rates of $200–$500. Uncontested divorces with full agreement can cost $1,500–$3,500 flat. Contested cases routinely run $10,000–$50,000+.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a family law lawyer do?
Family law attorneys handle the legal matters that arise from marriage, divorce, parenting, and domestic relationships — including divorce, custody, adoption, prenuptial agreements, and protective orders.
When should I hire a family law lawyer?
Hire as soon as you're considering separation. Decisions made before consulting counsel — moving out, transferring assets, agreeing to temporary custody — can have lasting legal consequences.
How much does a family law lawyer cost?
Hourly rates of $200–$500. Uncontested divorces with full agreement can cost $1,500–$3,500 flat. Contested cases routinely run $10,000–$50,000+.
How long does a divorce take?
Uncontested divorces can finalize in 3–6 months. Contested divorces, especially with custody disputes, often take 12–18 months and sometimes longer.
How is custody decided?
Courts apply the 'best interests of the child' standard, weighing the child's relationship with each parent, stability, schooling, and any history of violence or substance abuse.