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If you are new to our website this page will guide you on where to begin. Our website offers you comprehensive support and knowledge to help you through this process.
Our website is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of various family law issues. We have practice area pages that offer detailed definitions of each area of family law, along with FAQs. In case you can’t find your issue, there is a separate page for “other areas of family law” that may help. However, if you are still unable to find what you are looking for, don’t hesitate to contact us. We have vast experience in different areas of family law, and we can assist you.
Access our blog-news page where we publish informative articles covering a variety of family law topics.
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Welcome to Hughes & Nelson Law. We are glad you found us.
First and foremost, relax and take a deep breath. You are in the right place, and we are here to take care of you. No matter what family law matter brought you here, we can provide help. You can contact us in a couple of ways:.
- You can reach us by phone at 509-252-3013, during our business hours of Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST, and our staff will answer promptly. They will ask for your information, details about your family law issue, and any concerns you may have. If you require a consultation, they will schedule a time for an attorney to contact you either via phone, zoom, or in-person, whichever you prefer. Our knowledgeable staff is well-versed in this area of law and may also be able to provide you with the answers you need right away so that you can sign up for our services without delay.
- If you are unable to call us during our business hours, or if you prefer not to, don’t worry! We have a convenient contact us form that you can fill out with all the details of your family law issue. While providing your phone number is optional, it can help us reach you more quickly. If you have any concerns about receiving calls at inconvenient times or would like to set specific times when we can contact you, please let us know in the message box. We value your privacy and will respect your wishes to communicate through other means if that is your preference.
- After receiving your message, our staff will promptly reach out to you, according to your preferred method of communication. They will gather any additional necessary information, address your inquiries, and provide you with the option to either sign up or arrange a consultation with us.
- In some circumstances it is important for you to consider who has access to your email. To ensure your privacy and protect you from others around you or in your home, it is important that the email you provide us is secure and only accessible by you. In some cases, creating a new email address exclusively for your use may be necessary. Fortunately, there are several email service providers if you do not have a secure email, including Google, Yahoo, AOL, Zoho, and Proton, among others, that you can use to create a new email address.
We are a legal team here to support you every step of the way. We are devoted to helping you move through complex legal environments with sensitivity and professional competence. Our practice is devoted to all matters related to family law. Your needs and concerns are our top priority, and we are here to help you achieve the best possible outcome.
After you have signed up for our services, we will continue to guide and help you through this process. Please check back periodically with our website for any new content. If you don’t have time to do that you can sign up with our newsletter here.
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A family law attorney is a legal professional who specializes in handling legal matters related to family law, such as: divorce, legal separation, cohabitation, contractual family arrangements, asset separation, spousal maintenance (alimony), child custody, child support, parenting plans, visitation, adoption, prenuptials, modification of court orders, domestic violence protection orders, restraining order, relocations, high conflict cases, contempt of court orders, enforcement of court orders, guardianships, mediation, paternity, parental rights, CPS, Grandparent’s rights, same-sex marriage and LGBTQ, surrogacy and assisted reproductive technology, juvenile delinquency and dependency, termination of parental rights, pet custody, emancipation of minors, cohabitation agreements and so much more. You may need a family law attorney if you are facing legal issues related to any of these matters and even the ones not listed that pertain to any family situation.
You have the right to represent yourself in a family law case, but it is not recommended unless you have significant legal experience and knowledge of family law. Hiring an attorney can help ensure that your rights are protected and that you get the best possible outcome in your case.
The cost of hiring a family law attorney can vary depending on the complexity of your case. Typically, we require an initial retainer payment, which is then charged by the hour until depleted. If your case continues beyond this point, we will request another retainer payment. In the event that your case concludes before the retainer is depleted, we will refund the remaining amount to you. The retainer funds are stored in an account that does not accrue interest until they have been earned.
The process for hiring our family law attorneys can involve an initial consultation to discuss your case, but is not necessary if you have already decided that you want to retain our services. If you decide to hire us, you will sign a retainer agreement and pay a retainer fee to begin work on your case.
During your initial consultation, you should expect to discuss the details of your case and provide any relevant documents or information. The attorney will likely ask questions about your goals and concerns, and will explain the legal process and your options for moving forward.
Your family law attorney or the staff will communicate with you regularly and keep you informed about any developments in your case. Keep in mind that the staff cannot give you legal advice but is very well versed in your case and can provide you assistance. You may communicate through phone calls, emails, or in-person. Your family law attorney or the staff will respond to your questions or concerns in a timely manner, usually within a day or two. However, if your attorney is in court or working on another case, it may take longer to receive a response.
You can prepare for your first meeting with our family law attorney by gathering any relevant documents or information related to your case, writing down any questions or concerns you have, and thinking about your goals and priorities for the case. Following the meeting, you will gain a clearer insight into the type of information the family law attorney may require that is relevant to your case, such as financial statements, property ownership documents, and any court orders or legal agreements pertaining to your family law matter. Our legal staff will work closely with you to ensure that all this information has been gathered.
While you can communicate your goals and priorities to your attorney, they cannot guarantee a specific outcome in your case. The court will ultimately make decisions based on the law and the facts presented in your case.
The length of time it takes to resolve a family law case can vary depending on the complexity of the case, the number of issues involved, and other factors. Some cases can be resolved quickly, while others may take months or even years to reach a resolution. At Hughes & Nelson, we maintain open communication with you throughout the legal process to ensure that you are satisfied with the direction of your case. If a case becomes too long, we will consult with you about alternative solutions to resolve the matter in an innovative manner, provided that this is what you desire.
You will likely need to be actively involved in your family law case, providing information, attending court hearings or mediation sessions, and communicating regularly with your attorney. However, your attorney will handle most of the legal work and will keep you informed throughout the process.
It depends on the specifics of your case. Some family law cases can be resolved outside of court through negotiation or mediation, while others may require a court hearing or trial.
Yes, you have the right to switch family law attorneys at any time if you’re not satisfied with their representation. However, you may need to pay any outstanding fees or resolve any disputes before terminating the attorney-client relationship. It is not uncommon for us to receive clients who have been dissatisfied with their previous attorneys due to a lack of attention to their concerns, failure to follow their wishes, inadequate sensitivity towards their unique circumstances, or unnecessary litigation which resulted in increased costs for the client. That is why at Hughes & Nelson, we place a high priority on maintaining ongoing communication with our clients throughout the legal process. While we provide legal advice based on our extensive experience, we understand that you are the ultimate decision-maker and respect your autonomy in making the best decisions for your case.