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Kelley A. Joseph, Esq. and the Law Offices of Kelley A. Joseph, P.A. is dedicated to providing sensible and effective representation to family law clients, from uncontested divorce, and child custody disputes, to complex financial and high asset divorce.. Law Offices of Kelley A. Joseph P.A., opened in March 2011.  Ms. Joseph spent seventeen (17) years practicing family law with her prior firm, starting out of law school and making junior partner by age 28, representing both Husbands and Wives, Same Sex Spouses, from various backgrounds.   Ms Joseph enjoys resolving complex financial Family court litigation, working with forensic experts, including forensic accountants, real and tangible property appraisers; private investigators, pension experts and actuaries, vocational rehabilitation evaluators, psycho-social investigators and psychologists, substance abuse and reunification experts, to name a few; has a good working relationship with her fellow family lawyers and with the experts, as well as the judiciary.. Ms Joseph has been a Supreme Court certified court-appointed Family Guardian Ad Litem, serving as a friend is the court and for purposes of making recommendations to the court on what is in the child’s best interest, over thirty times in the past 20 years, on issues of timesharing and parental responsibility and other related matters.  Ms Joseph also enjoys mediating cases for families with children, especially those with autism and related conditions, which is an area the firm is passionate about.. Ms. Joseph is licensed to practice law in the Southern & Middle District of Florida Federal Bars in addition to the Florida state bar.  Ms Joseph also practiced personal injury, criminal defense in addition to family law over the last 25 years.. Law Offices of Kelley A Joseph, PA, is a thriving boutique personal service family law firm located at 8211 W Broward Blvd, Penthouse 4, Plantation, Florida 33324 in the Amtrust Bank Building In the heart of Plantation. The firm handles a variety of complex marital & family law matters, ante-nuptial agreements and discreet complex financial liigation, using a variety of experts, in all aspects of contested custody and divorce related litigation; domestic violence; paternity; temporary relief; alimony, child support, relocation, equitable distribution, dissipation of assets, timesharing & parental responsibility, temporary and final parenting plans, post-judgment modification, enforcement, contempt, as well as claims for supervised timesharing, violence and substance abuse; safety based parenting plans; ex parte domestic violence injunctions, temporary exclusive use and possession of the marital home; prevention of dissipation of assets; pick-up orders and emergencies; special needs children and divorce; same sex divorce, and all other aspects of family law.. Ms Joseph works to resolve every case without the necessity of costly litigation, when possible, but when settlement is not possible, Ms. Joseph has been trying cases for 25 years and is ready for trial.. Ms Joseph has beem named "Top 100 Attorneys" now “Top 30 Attorneys” in 2019 - in Family Law, by “The National Advocates“, Legal Elite 2018 Family Law; is rated 10.0 “Superb” by in family law, dicorce and child custody; named “Ten Best In Client Satisfaction,” by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys; deemed a “Lawyer of Distinction - Family Law” for five years, Acknowledged in family law by EOLA, recognized by IWLA, Top Attorneys in Family Law, and is “Lead Counsel Certified”.. Ms. Joseph is a member of the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar, Member of American Trial Lawyers Association, and the Broward County Bar Association as well as the American Bar Association.. Ms. Joseph loves spending time with her family and is the mother of a child with autism, herself.. The consultation fee is free if retained. Call the office for information. Twitter:  @kelleyjoseph. Learn more by visiting Kelley A. Joseph's LinkedIn profile or by clicking below:

I represent clients in all aspects of family law matters including divorce, equitable distribution, child custody, support, relocation, grandparents’ rights and protection from abuse. As a divorced father of two children, I have a keen understanding of the difficulties facing clients in the midst of a divorce. I am able to utilize my personal experience and professional knowledge to assist clients navigate the family law process. I pride myself on being a zealous advocate for my clients while also providing them with realistic expectations for their specific circumstance. My mantra is "I may not always tell you what you want to hear, but I will always tell you what you need to hear.". I am a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, Montgomery County Bar Association and the Doris Jonas Freed American Inn of Court. I appeared multiple times on the radio show, Legal Talk, to discuss family law issues. I have also been a guest lecturer on the topic of family law for the People’s Law School. I handle cases in the counties of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia.

I have over 34 years expereince in all aspects of family law from simple uncontested divorces to multi-million dollar property settlements to three week long custody trials. Each case I take on is the most important in my office. Weaver, Benett & Bland attorneys and staff work together to provide quality representation and acheive excellent results.

I have served as an attorney for over 38 years in 10 counties, SC Court of Appeals and SC Supreme Court. I have experience as a prosecutor in criminal court, and have served as a judge. I pride myself on personal service. I will meet with you personally on your first office visit. I take personal interest in every client and case. For 38 years, my law practice has been based solely on word-of-mouth referrals. My success rate is very high. I live to win. My experience lies in all aspects of family law (adoption, divorce, child-related issues, division of assets and related issues), criminal cases (specializing in all traffic-related matters/driver’s license issues) and injury cases (worker’s compensation, car accidents and other injuries). I am available to discuss any potential law suit you are contemplating. I will answer all of your questions, if I can, or find out the answers to your questions. I look forward to discussing your legal matters on a one-to-one basis. There are no stupid questions. Any and all legal questions are valid. All calls are returned by the next business day. Please leave clearly stated contact information.

A native of Northern Virginia, James Beglis has a B.A. from the University of Virginia (1999) and a J.D. from the George Mason University School of Law (2003). He is a member of the Virginia State Bar, the Loudoun Bar Association, the Fairfax Bar Association, and a certified Guardian ad litem for minor children.  James practiced exclusively criminal and traffic defense in Loudoun County before joining a family law firm in Reston for several years where, in addition to handling divorce and family law matters of every variety, he also handled all the estate planning cases. In 2013, he started Beglis Law which allows him to focus his time and attention on these three areas of law.. During the initial consultation, James will assess your case in a rational, level-headed manner and give you clear feedback as to the strengths and weaknesses of your case, possible outcomes, and the best path forward to achieve the desired outcome.

Angela Y. Peacock is one of only 80 attorneys (as of 2024) who have obtained the credentials of a Certified Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of Arizona Board of Legal Specialization.  Ms. Peacock was also named as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2013-2018 and a Super Lawyer in 2019-2022.  Ms. Peacock has practiced exclusively in the area of family law for 20 years.  She focuses her practice on all aspects of family law, including but not limited to, divorce, paternity, relocation, parenting time, legal decision-making authority (previously called “legal custody”), in loco parentis cases, grandparent visitation, child support, spousal support, orders of protection, and complicated property division and business valuation issues.

For the last 20 years, my practice has been exclusive to divorce and family law cases. I resolve the majority cases without litigation.. I routinely navigate complex child custody matters, both inside and outside of the courtroom setting. I address a range of custody issues, including unique custody arrangements/agreements, parental alienation concerns, restricting parental responsibilities, dealing with a narcissistic parent and relocation cases. I customarily work with child psychologists and custody evaluators, and am highly proficient with relevant psychological literature that I draw upon in representing my clients.. I have extensive knowledge of financial principles applicable to divorce, enabling superior asset/liability allocation, discovery of hidden income/assets, optimal tax allocation and support payment litigation. Examples of specific contexts include litigation involving:• Appraisal of Residential and Commercial Real Estate• Valuation of Closely Held Companies• Forensic Accounting and/or Tracing• Analysis of Diverse, Complex and/or Prodigious Classes of Assets/Liabilities• Arguments Regarding Upward/Downward Deviation from Guideline Support• Determination of True and Actual Income. I have been recognized with numerous awards regarding professional excellence in the field of matrimonial law. I am a multi year recipient of the Avvo Client Choice Award and my firm has been recoginzed as a Top 10 Law Firm for Client Satisfaction (American Institute of Family Law Attorneys). In 2022, I was granted the Elite Lawyer designation in the area of Family Law.. Most of my referrals come from former clients, which is something I'm extremely proud of.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Attorney Jay D. Raxenberg is the leading attorney at his Long Island law firm, the Law Offices of Jay D. Raxenberg, P.C. At the firm, Mr. Raxenberg focuses on family law, which he has been practicing for nearly twenty  years. He has represented countless clients in the Supreme and Family Courts throughout Suffolk, Nassau, and Queens Counties in Long Island, New York. Some of the specific family law matters Mr. Raxenberg has handled include divorce, equitable distribution, paternity, fathers’ rights, mothers’ rights, grandparents’ rights, parental alienation, domestic violence, domestic partnerships,  and order of protections. Attorney Raxenberg  is sensitive to the emotional and financial costs that are often brought on by divorce and family issues. While going through a family law matter can be stressful enough, an individual should not have to add on additional stress from a lack of performance from their lawyer. This is why Attorney Raxenberg makes sure he provides personal attention and aggressive representation at competitive rates.. While Attorney Raxenberg would never wish marital difficulties on a family, it sometimes is an unfortunate reality that must occur. When an individual decides to retain the representation of Attorney Raxenberg, he works to make sure that the client and their family’s interests and rights will be protected. Mr. Raxenberg has the ability to help clients pursue an uncontested divorce, in which skillful and creative settlement negotiations allow both parties to arrive on a peaceful agreement outside of court. If your situation calls for litigation in the courtroom, Attorney Raxenberg is prepared to aggressively represent you through your contested divorce. Every client will be given Attorney Raxenberg’s cell phone number, so that in the event of an emergency or after hours, he will be able to assist them. To learn more about how you may be able to retain the representation of Attorney Raxenberg, contact the Law Offices of Jay D. Raxenberg, P.C.

Annie M. Rolfe is a Certified Specialist in Family Law by the State Bar of Arizona. She has practiced exclusively family law since February, 2005, and is currently a member of the Family Law Executive Council of the State Bar of Arizona.. Ms. Rolfe is recognized as a Best Lawyer in America 2024 and has been consistently rated AV-Preeminent by Martindale.. Ms. Rolfe’s practice focuses on dissolution (divorce), annulment, paternity, child custody, child support, spousal maintenance (alimony), interstate custody and support, parental relocation, grandparents’ rights, and adoption. She is a strong and fair advocate for the spouses and parents who she represents.. After growing up in Southern California, Annie Rolfe attended Yale University where she obtained her B.A. in Political Science concentrating in American Government. She attended the James E. Rogers College of Law at the University of Arizona where she especially enjoyed her education and training in litigation and trials.. Ms. Rolfe lives in Tucson, Arizona, with her husband, Sam, and her daughters. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her family at home.. Rolfe Family Law PLLC is also one of very few law firms in Arizona to offer the services of a Legal Paraprofessional. Legal Paraprofessionals (LPs) have similar roles in legal practice to the roles performed by nurse practitioners in medicine. LPs can practice Family Law in the State of Arizona, with limited exceptions. The role of LPs was created in large part to address the large gap in access to justice, and to provide low- and middle-income individuals with greater access to legal assistance. At Rolfe Family Law PLLC, Ms. Sabrina Bell serves as a Legal Paraprofessional and can assist individuals at a lower cost, while still having access to Ms. Rolfe's knowledge and experience, as needed.

We are board certified civil and criminal trial lawyers.  We provide personal service and pride ourselves on being of great service to our clients.  As board certified lawyers we are proud of the fact we can call ourselves experts or specialists in our field. We are proud, as only board certified lawyers can refer to themselves as experts.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Board Certified Austin divorce attorney specializes in high-conflict, divorce, modification, child support, enforcement, property division, custody, relocation and other complex legal matters in Austin Texas.

Laurel joined Stahancyk, Kent & Hook in 1999 and was elected a shareholder in 2004. Stahancyk Kent & Hook transitioned to SKH Family Law and Estate Planning in 2024 where Laurel remains as a senior litigator. Laurel litigates family law cases throughout the states of Oregon and Washington, successfully representing clients in all matters relating to family law, which can include: divorce, legal separation, domestic partnership, modification of spousal support and child support, prenuptial agreements, and cohabitation agreements. Laurel is most recognized for her complex financial and business interest cases as well as high-conflict, custody parenting time matters and modifications. Laurel also works closely with the estate-planning department to provide comprehensive legal counsel before, during, and after the divorce process.

Protecting You and Your Family's Best Interests. Parties going through a divorce primarily desire two things: a fresh start for themselves and their children and the protection of their assets. With more than 30 years of experience in family law at my disposal, I work with clients to bring home positive results in divorce proceedings. I work alongside my clients to guide them through the divorce process from start to finish and help them to make the best decisions for their long-term well-being.. Although divorce is an undoubtedly emotional event, it is important to stay calm, focused, and as rational as possible. I help my clients make clear-headed decisions by helping them weigh all of the potential options, so that theycan choose the path that puts them and their families first and protects their rights during and even after divorce.. A Reputation for Specialized Legal Excellence. I have been a lawyer since 1984 and am a Partner at the law firm of Harrison & Held, LLP, a leading Chicago law firm. Our office is located in downtown Chicago and I practice in Cook, Lake, DuPage, McHenry, Kane and Will Counties.. Clients come to me confident that I am bringing to bear my years of experience to fight for them and their best future. My practice is limited to divorce and family law; however, my legal experiences cover a broad range of legal issues, including accounting, tax, estate planning, real estate, and corporate law. I am uniquely qualified to identify and protect my clients from the many legal pitfalls easily overlooked in these related areas. I am also trained in the dispute resolution method of Collaborative Law, which can serve as an alternative to litigation.. Impassioned Negotiator and Courtroom Advocate. Many divorces resolve with negotiated settlements and, as an experienced negotiator, I work hard to achieve the maximum out-of-court settlement for my clients. However, when a divorce proceeds to litigation, I have a proven track record of passionately fighting for my clients in the courtroom.. Highly Experienced to Handle Financially Complex Divorces. As an attorney and registered CPA with a Master’s Degree in Tax Law, I have both the legal and financial knowledge to handle the complex financial aspects of adivorce, including business valuations, finding assets, understanding corporate structures and protecting clientsfrom unexpected tax consequences.. Notable Distinctions and Honors. During the course of my career, I have been recognized by several leading publications and organizations for my work in family law. I am honored to be a Fellow in the prestigious American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, which requires rigorous written and oral exams before acceptance. I have also received the following commendations:. -- Recognized by the Leading Lawyers Network as being among the top lawyers in Illinois (2009-present).. -- Named an Illinois Super Lawyer (2009-present). Illinois Super Lawyers are “considered among the best in their profession” and “represent the top 5% of the practicing attorneys in Illinois.”. -- Received an AV Preeminent rating under the Martindale-Hubbell Lawyer Rating System, which is the system’s highest rating.. --Featured business write-up in Best Lawyers® Illinois 2017. --Interviewed by Jeff Blackman of 22nd Century Media for article "When I do becomes I don't," Glenview Lantern, June 15, 2017. Clear Communication. I take pride in being able to take complex legal concepts and translate them into language that is easy to understand. I maintain open communication with my clients, keeping them informed about all aspects of their cases at every turn.. I have also used my communications skills to speak about family law in numerous settings, such as The Lilac Tree, Chicago Public Library and The Chicago Deparment on Aging. For many years, I taught the class “Divorce-Know Your Rights” at Oakton Community College and The Discovery Center — both in the Chicagoland area.. I am honored that other attorneys and judges recognize my extensive experience. I have spoken on an array of legal topics related to divorce law at Continuing Legal Education Programs around the State of Illinois.  My lectures were sponsored by, among others, the Illinois State Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association, North Suburban Bar Association and Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education.  I’ve written articles that have been published by the Illinois State Bar Association, the Chicago Bar Association, and the Lake County Bar Association. The media has consulted me on family law issues, I have appeared on television and radio. In addition, I write regular columns for and have been quoted in The Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, North Shore Magazine and The Daily Herald. In addition, I have volunteered and worked with various Bar Associations to improve the practice of law for both lawyers and the public; and I have held leadership positions in the Illinois State Bar Association, the North Suburban Bar and the AAML.. Let me put my years of experience and the skills developed during the course of my career to work protecting you and your family. I am a fierce contender in the court room, have a calm yet assertive style, exceptional litigation skills and am very dedicated to my clients.

Mr. Hoffer has been a practicing attorney since 1991.  Divorce and Family Law are the bulk of Mr. Hoffer’s caseload.  After working with several other attorneys after law school, Mr. Hoffer opened his own office on North Ocoee Street in the Spring of 1996.. In over twenty plus years of practice, Mr. Hoffer has handled thousands of divorces, custody, child support and juvenile cases. He has also tried several civil and criminal jury trials over the years representing clients facing a variety of charges including rape, murder, attempted murder, possession of controlled substances, and driving under the influence. Mr. Hoffer has also practiced in the Court of Appeals and has maintained a membership with the Bradley County Bar Association since 1991 including a stint as President in 2015-2016. He is also a member of the Tennessee Bar Association and past member of the Bradley County Chamber of Commerce. In addition, Mr. Hoffer serves on the Board of Southeast Tennessee Community Corrections.. In 2001, the Tennessee Supreme Court certified Mr. Hoffer as a Rule 31 Family Mediator. Since then, hundreds of attorneys and individuals from Bradley, Hamilton, Meigs, Knox, and McMinn, and Rhea Counties have hired Mr. Hoffer to act as a mediator in order to facilitate agreements in divorce, custody or other family law cases.. Mr. Hoffer is married to Lisa and together they have raised four girls, two of whom are now married.  Lisa and Jerry have two grandchildren and one on the way.. Credentials:

“I believe that one of my jobs as a Columbus family law attorney is to help my clients find their way past their worst days and to move on with their lives, beyond the courtroom.”. Recognized as a Rising Star by Ohio Super Lawyers, Gus Dahlberg is a respected and experienced Columbus divorce attorney. Exclusively focused on domestic relations and family law, Gus has successfully represented a wide array of clients on a number of issues ranging from complex asset division to high-income child and spousal support cases.. A graduate of Ohio University’s Honors Tutorial College and the Ohio State University’s Moritz College of Law, Gus is still involved in educating students and his fellow attorneys by serving as a frequent lecturer on family law issues. He is an active member of the Family Law Sections of the American Bar Association (ABA) (currently serving as the vice chair of the Marital Property Committee) the Ohio State Bar Association (OSBA), and the Columbus Bar Association (CBA), and is certified as a Family Relations Law Specialist by the OSBA.. Gus is also actively involved in the Clintonville community where he lives with his wife Valerie and their two children. He is a frequent volunteer in the Columbus City School system and assisted in the formation, coordination and management of a K-2 chess program at Clinton Elementary School.  He serves as a board member and chair of Clintonville Go Public, a nonprofit community association working to support and promote the neighborhood public schools in the Whetstone pathway. He is also a board member of the North Columbus Intramural League and an active baseball, softball and soccer coach.