Divorce & Family Law Services in the USA — Custody, Support & Agreements in All 50 States

Family law is personal. It decides where your children live, what you keep and what you pay — often for years. It also arrives at a time when emotions run high and clear thinking is hard.

Our divorce and family law services in the USA give you a licensed attorney's help at a fixed price, without the open-ended bills that make people delay getting advice. From an uncontested divorce to an emergency custody question, we help you understand your options and prepare paperwork the court will accept.

Furthermore, family law varies by state. Property division in community property states such as California and Texas works very differently from equitable distribution states such as New York and Florida. Therefore, your documents are prepared for your state from the start.

Uncontested divorce: the faster, calmer route

When both spouses agree on the main issues, an uncontested divorce is usually quicker and far cheaper than a court battle. However, "agreed" is not the same as "simple". The court still needs complete, correctly completed forms and a clear written agreement.

Our Uncontested Divorce Documents service prepares the petition, the financial disclosures and the settlement terms. Additionally, a Marital Settlement Agreement records how property, debts, support and parenting are resolved.

If you are unsure whether your divorce is truly uncontested, start with an uncontested divorce consultation. Consequently, you avoid filing papers that the other side later disputes.

When your spouse files first

If you have been served, the response deadline is short. A Response to Divorce Petition protects your position on property, support and children.

Child custody and parenting plans

Courts decide custody based on the best interests of the child. That phrase sounds vague, but judges look at concrete things. For example, they consider each parent's involvement, stability, the child's needs and, often, the child's wishes when they are old enough.

A detailed Parenting Plan / Custody Agreement sets out the schedule, holidays, decision-making and communication. Judges welcome plans that are specific and child-focused. Moreover, a clear plan prevents many future arguments.

If circumstances change — a move, a new job or concerns about safety — you may need to modify custody. A custody modification consultation explains what your state requires. Meanwhile, if a child may be at risk right now, book an emergency custody consultation without delay.

Child support and spousal support

Child support is calculated using state guidelines, based largely on both parents' incomes and parenting time. Our Child Support Calculation Worksheet applies your state's formula so you know what to expect.

Support orders can change when circumstances change. For instance, a job loss, a large pay rise or a change in custody can justify a modification. A Child Support Modification Petition asks the court to update the order. Importantly, most courts only change support from the date you file — so waiting can cost you.

Alimony, or spousal support, works differently from state to state. Some states use formulas; others leave it to the judge. An alimony / spousal-support consultation explains how it is likely to work in your case.

Prenups, postnups and protecting what you have

A prenuptial agreement is not about expecting divorce. Instead, it is about clarity. It records what each person brings to the marriage and how property would be handled if the marriage ended.

A Prenuptial Agreement is most likely to be upheld when both people make full financial disclosure, have time to review it and sign voluntarily. Similarly, a Postnuptial Agreement can be made after the wedding — for example, after an inheritance or a business launch.

Unmarried couples can protect themselves too. A Cohabitation Agreement covers shared homes, bills and what happens if you separate. As a result, both partners know where they stand.

Talk to a family-law attorney first

Many people are not ready to file anything. They simply want to understand their options. That is sensible. A short consultation can prevent expensive mistakes.

A family-law consultation gives you straight answers on divorce, custody, support or property. For more complex matters, such as businesses or large retirement accounts, a high-asset divorce consultation is the right starting point.

If you are dealing with abuse, your safety comes first. A protective-order consultation explains how to seek protection, and our Restraining / Protective Order Petition helps you prepare the application. Consequently, you can act quickly and with confidence.

Our Divorce & Family Law services in the USA

Every service below has a fixed price, is prepared by a qualified attorney and is delivered online — wherever you are in the USA. Additionally, you can upload evidence, message your attorney and track progress from your secure client dashboard.

Divorce & Family Law services near you — every state we cover

Because everything is handled online, it makes no difference where you live. Nevertheless, the law does change from state to state, so every document is prepared for your local rules. Here are some of the places our clients come from most often.

Divorce & Family Law help in California

We prepare divorce & family law documents for California law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Los Angeles (near the Stanley Mosk Courthouse downtown), San Diego (near the Hall of Justice on West Broadway), San Francisco (near the Civic Center courthouse on McAllister Street). For example, see Uncontested Divorce Documents in Los Angeles, Uncontested Divorce Documents in San Diego, Uncontested Divorce Documents in San Francisco. Similarly, see Legal Separation Agreement in California.

Divorce & Family Law help in Texas

We prepare divorce & family law documents for Texas law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Houston (near the Harris County Civil Courthouse), Dallas (near the George L. Allen Sr. Courts Building), San Antonio (near the Bexar County Courthouse), Austin (near the Travis County Civil and Family Courts Facility). For example, see Uncontested Divorce Documents in Houston, Uncontested Divorce Documents in Dallas, Uncontested Divorce Documents in San Antonio, Uncontested Divorce Documents in Austin. Similarly, see Legal Separation Agreement in Texas.

Divorce & Family Law help in Florida

We prepare divorce & family law documents for Florida law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Miami (near the Miami-Dade County Courthouse on West Flagler Street), Orlando (near the Orange County Courthouse), Tampa (near the George E. Edgecomb Courthouse). For example, see Uncontested Divorce Documents in Miami, Uncontested Divorce Documents in Orlando, Uncontested Divorce Documents in Tampa. Similarly, see Legal Separation Agreement in Florida.

Divorce & Family Law help in New York

We prepare divorce & family law documents for New York law and local court practice. Clients come to us from New York City (near the New York County Courthouse at 60 Centre Street and the immigration court at 26 Federal Plaza), Brooklyn (near the Kings County Supreme Court on Adams Street). For example, see Uncontested Divorce Documents in New York City, Uncontested Divorce Documents in Brooklyn. Similarly, see Legal Separation Agreement in New York.

Divorce & Family Law help in Illinois

We prepare divorce & family law documents for Illinois law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Chicago (near the Richard J. Daley Center). For example, see Uncontested Divorce Documents in Chicago. Similarly, see Legal Separation Agreement in Illinois.

Divorce & Family Law help in Georgia

We prepare divorce & family law documents for Georgia law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Atlanta (near the Fulton County Courthouse). For example, see Uncontested Divorce Documents in Atlanta. Similarly, see Legal Separation Agreement in Georgia.

Divorce & Family Law help in Arizona

We prepare divorce & family law documents for Arizona law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Phoenix (near the Maricopa County Superior Court). For example, see Uncontested Divorce Documents in Phoenix. Similarly, see Legal Separation Agreement in Arizona.

Divorce & Family Law help in Pennsylvania

We prepare divorce & family law documents for Pennsylvania law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Philadelphia (near City Hall, home of the Court of Common Pleas). For example, see Uncontested Divorce Documents in Philadelphia. Similarly, see Legal Separation Agreement in Pennsylvania.

Divorce & Family Law help in Washington

We prepare divorce & family law documents for Washington law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Seattle (near the King County Courthouse). For example, see Uncontested Divorce Documents in Seattle. Similarly, see Legal Separation Agreement in Washington.

Divorce & Family Law help in Colorado

We prepare divorce & family law documents for Colorado law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Denver (near the Denver City and County Building). For example, see Uncontested Divorce Documents in Denver. Similarly, see Legal Separation Agreement in Colorado.

Divorce & Family Law help in Massachusetts

We prepare divorce & family law documents for Massachusetts law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Boston (near the Edward W. Brooke Courthouse). For example, see Uncontested Divorce Documents in Boston. Similarly, see Legal Separation Agreement in Massachusetts.

Divorce & Family Law help in Nevada

We prepare divorce & family law documents for Nevada law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Las Vegas (near the Regional Justice Center). For example, see Uncontested Divorce Documents in Las Vegas. Similarly, see Legal Separation Agreement in Nevada.

Divorce & Family Law help in New Jersey

We prepare divorce & family law documents for New Jersey law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Newark (near the Essex County Hall of Records). For example, see Uncontested Divorce Documents in Newark. Similarly, see Legal Separation Agreement in New Jersey.

Divorce & Family Law help in North Carolina

We prepare divorce & family law documents for North Carolina law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Charlotte (near the Mecklenburg County Courthouse). For example, see Uncontested Divorce Documents in Charlotte. Similarly, see Legal Separation Agreement in North Carolina.

We also help clients in Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming. See every location we cover.

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