Family law refers to a broad range of laws governing divorce, separation, child support, adoption, alimony, and other domestic matters. The Pennsylvania and New Jersey alimony lawyers and child support attorneys at Winegar, Wilhelm, Glynn & Roemersma can help with all types of family law proceedings. Our dedicated team provides personal attention and compassionate services to attain the best possible result for you and your family.
Our family law attorneys handle:
Child Custody: Resolving issues of child custody can be a difficult aspect of divorce for both parents and children, and custody disputes carried out in court can be time consuming and complex. Based on testimony by experts and evidence presented by both sides, the court can determine which of several child custody arrangements is in the best interest of the children. An experienced child custody attorney can ensure that your case is thoroughly prepared and fight to protect your legal rights.
Adoption: Adoptions legally establish a parent-child relationship between individuals who are not related biologically. The extensive procedures that dictate adoption proceedings can be lengthy and confusing. Often, the adoptive parent will require the assistance of an experienced family lawyer to ensure that all legal requirements are met. Because adoption laws vary from state to state, it is also important to select a lawyer who is familiar with your state’s procedures.
Child Support: All parents have a legal, as well as a natural duty to help support their children. The amount of child support depends on which parent has custody, the income of each parent, and the amount of time the child spends with each parent. Our Pennsylvania and New Jersey child support attorneys ensure that your needs will be properly met and that your concerns will be addressed at all stages of the process to ensure that you receive a fair child support amount. We can also help with the enforcement and/or modification of your child support agreement.
Alimony: Alimony payments are a part of many divorce settlements.
Alimony is designed to provide adequate income for the spouse who was financially dependent on the other spouse. Winegar, Wilhelm, Glynn & Roemersma’s experienced Pennsylvania and New Jersey alimony lawyers can help you obtain the fairest alimony agreement possible. If you need legal assistance, contact our Pennsylvania and New Jersey alimony lawyers today.
Visitation rights are considered at the same time as child custody because many of the factors that influence the court’s custody decision are also used to determine visitation orders. There are a number of common visitation arrangements that are designed to protect the best interests of the child or children involved, and each state has its own set of laws governing visitation rights. Our team of family lawyers can help with the determination, enforcement, or modification of visitation orders.
Each state has different laws governing the division of marital assets following the dissolution of a marriage. In some states, the court considers each individual’s fault in determining how to distribute property, while no-fault states do not consider the actions of each party when dividing assets. The best way to understand your legal rights is to contact a qualified family law attorney who can protect your interests and advise you of how to proceed.
Pre-marital agreements are legal contracts formed between individuals who intend to marry. These agreements typically stipulate how assets and property may be divided in the event of divorce or death and are a practical way to prepare for unforeseeable future occurrences. Laws governing pre-nuptial agreements vary by state, and a knowledgeable family law attorney can work with you to create a pre-nuptial agreement that is both legally valid and fair to all parties involved.
Domestic violence is defined as abuse between family members. Each state recognizes different behaviors as domestic abuse, some of which are punishable under criminal law. If necessary, one party may petition the court for a restraining order, also known as a protective order, to prevent the other person from harming, contacting, or otherwise disturbing them. With the assistance of a qualified family lawyer, victims of domestic violence can take appropriate steps to document the abuse and protect themselves from further harm.
For assistance with all types of family proceedings, contact the experienced and dedicated team at Winegar, Wilhelm, Glynn & Roemersma. With locations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, our child custody attorneys and alimony lawyers can review your case and help protect your rights.
New Jersey – Main Office
305 Roseberry St
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
Phone: 866.792.8424
Pennsylvania – Hours by Appointment
84 E. Broad St.
Bethlehem, PA 18018
Phone: 866-792-8424
Contact Winegar, Wilhelm, Glynn & Roemersma in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for experienced family law attorneys handling divorce, child support, and alimony proceedings.