Family law is a legal practice area that deals with family relationships and life matters such as adoption, divorce, child custody and support, spousal support, wills, trusts, guardianship, and mediation just to name a few. Family law attorneys have specialized knowledge in these areas, which allows them to provide counsel and representation to clients facing family law issues.
Divorce, also known as dissolution of marriage, involves the legal termination of the marital relationship. The process is handled by family law attorneys and can involve issues such as property division and child custody. Divorce cases, especially those involving dependent children and complex property issues, require the expertise of a divorce attorney.
Family mediation is a voluntary process in which an impartial third party facilitates the resolution of family disputes. It can help people resolve disagreements about marriage, divorce, parenting schedules, child support, and other family matters. Personal injury cases arise when one person suffers harm due to someone else’s negligence or wrongful act. A personal injury lawyer can represent you in a civil court proceeding or help you settle the dispute outside of court.
Powers of attorney (POA) are legal documents that allow individuals to appoint a trusted person to act on their behalf when they cannot. Creating a POA is a relatively inexpensive way to appoint a substitute decision-maker. Protection orders, also called restraining orders, are court orders designed to protect someone from physical or sexual abuse, threats, stalking, or harassment.
Irrevocable trusts and living trusts are two types of trusts used for estate planning. An irrevocable trust is a type of trust where the terms cannot be modified, amended or terminated without the permission of the named beneficiary or beneficiaries. A living trust is designed to allow for the easy transfer of assets and property while bypassing the often complex and expensive legal process of probate.
A will is a legal document that details where an individual’s assets should go at their death and who should serve as the guardian of their minor children. A living will is a legal document that guides doctors and caregivers about medical care if the individual is unable to communicate due to an accident, severe illness, dementia, or coma. It also helps family members make decisions about sustaining the individual’s quality of life.
In conclusion, Matador Capital Partners clients may need to incorporate family legal counsel into their financial planning, so that by seeking the expertise of family law attorneys, clients can receive guidance and representation to help them navigate through these legal matters.