Family law is an area of the law that deals with family-related issues and domestic relations including:
- The nature of marriage, civil unions, and domestic partnerships
- Issues arising during marriage, including spousal abuse, legitimacy, adoption, surrogacy, child abuse, and child abduction
- The termination of the relationship and ancillary matters including divorce, annulment, property settlements, alimony, child custody and visitation, child support and alimony awards
Because these personal relationships are governed by state law, what constitutes “family law” may vary from state to state, so it is important to consult with a family law attorney who has experience in your state.
For more information on specific areas of family law, please see our pages on Alimony, Child Support, Divorce, Father’s Rights, and Visitation Rights.
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