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How To Find A Family Lawyer?

Lorene MarkowitzDecember 3, 2023

Realizing that you need an attorney is the first step toward finding one. You must also determine which specialty your scenario necessitates. If any of the following situations apply to you, you should see a family law attorney: You're thinking about getting married and signing a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement.

  • You're thinking about getting divorced, annulled, or legally separated.
  • A divorce agreement must be changed.
  • You'll need help with child custody and support.
  • You're thinking about adopting.
  • You require assistance with a restraining order.

A court case is usually filed in the county where both parties reside or in the county where the opposing party resides. If you're getting divorced, for example, you'll want to file in the county where you or your spouse live. Typically, legal cases are handled by the county where the plaintiff (the person who filed the claim) resides. There are several exceptions to this rule, such as when a person is in the military or lives in multiple states.

As soon as you've decided to submit a claim, start compiling a list of potential attorneys. The sooner you establish a list and start looking, the sooner you'll be able to get the legal help you need. Attorneys who are familiar with the judges, court employees, local customs, and other family law attorneys in the area will be able to best represent you. Look for lawyers in the county where you or the other party intends to file. Attorneys can be found in a variety of ways.

The American Bar Association keeps track of local bar associations in its database. Most will offer a free recommendation service that can connect you with qualified lawyers. A complimentary consultation is frequently included in these referral programs.

Use the website of your state's bar association. On their websites, each state bar organization maintains a database of attorneys. Many of these sites, such as the Ohio State Bar Association's, allow you to search by area as well as specialty. Any disciplinary action taken against an attorney for illegal conduct may also be listed on the state bar website.

Want to learn more about lawyers? Read this blog on how to find a child custody lawyer.

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