Sometimes you may need legal advice when making decisions that pertain to your family. The following are some situations in which you should consider speaking with an attorney before submitting any documents on your own or making final decisions.

Divorced

In the event you decide to proceed with a divorce, a Chicago family law attorney can help you with some of the issues that may arise. These include requesting child support, arranging visitation hours, deciding on custody arrangements, and dividing assets. Your attorney can also help you make an appointment for mediation if you do not want to go to court.

Adoption

If you want to adopt a child yourself, with your spouse, or with your partner, consider speaking with a Chicago family law attorney. There are typically a few requirements that must be met before you can adopt, which can be handled by an attorney rather than having you fill out all the paperwork, home visits, and other details on your own. An attorney can also work to ensure that the process is legal from start to finish so there are no surprises down the road.

Wills and probate

You can speak with a family law attorney to help you write your will and present it for you to be in court. The attorney can also offer assistance in filing documents related to your estate so that family members do not have to choose someone to handle the process.

Bullying problems

Sometimes the other parent may try to intimidate you by claiming that you will not be able to see your children again or that you will not be able to see them on a scheduled visit unless you pay a certain amount of money. This is a time when you want to seek the help of an attorney so that you can see your children as ordered by the court.

Court problems

After going to court about a divorce, child custody or support, or other family issues, concerns can arise. An attorney can review the court order to determine if something can be done about the situation. If there is a violation of a court order, then the attorney can assist you by presenting the proper documentation in court to remedy the problem. An attorney can offer you the peace of mind you may need until the problem is fixed so you don’t worry about what will happen.

Finance

An attorney can help you protect your finances, whether you are going through a divorce or have been ordered to pay child support. You will be able to discuss your income and assets and how to pay for what is needed and what is required instead of paying too much simply because the other party wants more money.

Learn more about when you might need an attorney by contacting Gordon & Perlut, LLC.