In most situations, equitable custody, support and property division agreements can be negotiated and presented to the Court for approval. With a negotiated settlement, the parties can fashion their own custodial plan which usually is preferable to having a Judge make decisions for your family. Agreements can reduce the emotional anxiety accompanying divorce and limit financial costs including legal fees for both husband and wife. Proper advice and counsel is essential in order to have a complete understanding of the issues in your case and to assist you in arriving at an equitable resolution and one that is within the boundaries that the Court would order.

When it appears a negotiated settlement is not in your best interests, Attorney Garner is capable of providing skillful representation and will bring your case to trial in an expeditious manner. Over twenty years of experience has helped him recognize when a case needs to be brought to trial so as to obtain a fair and just result for his client. At each stage of the proceeding, you will be informed of the status of your case, the likely next step and what to expect from the litigation process from beginning to end. Confidentiality of communications with our office is assured so as to provide you with the privacy and discretion needed in this sensitive area.

In addition to cases involving divorce and child custody, the area of family law encompasses a wide range of other types of matters that impact you and your family. These other areas of practice that Attorney Garner has expertise and can provide assistance, include the following:

• Establishing paternity in cases of children born of unwed parents.
• Obtaining Court Orders regarding custody and support of children born of unwed parents.
• Obtaining and enforcing grandparents rights to visitation with their grandchildren.
• Negotiation of Prenuptial Agreements.
• Post-divorce modification of divorce decrees or other decrees relating to custody and support of children.
• Post-divorce relief in obtaining Court ordered responsibility of parental contribution towards the college educational expenses of their children.
• Adoption and guardianship issues relating to children.
• Obtaining and enforcing domestic violence restraining orders.
• Acting as a Guardian Ad Litem in the context of a divorce or custody case.