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It’s the time of year when many of us are thinking about gratitude and the things in our lives we cherish. Our families often are at the top of that list. Sometimes family matters can be complex, especially when they involve children, older adults, or abuse. Legal help may be needed to resolve issues like getting a divorce, negotiating custody, adopting a child, or getting a name change. When it comes to civil legal issues, there are few more important than family law. Yet, the majority of individuals in family law proceedings undertake these efforts without legal representation or guidance. The help of an attorney can help people to better understand their rights, have someone advocating for their interests, and can take some of the emotional burden off the litigants.
Doug* came to Shore Legal Access for help with his divorce and custody case when he realized that he and his wife needed to end their marriage. Negotiating the terms of the divorce became increasingly emotionally charged, especially when it came to custody of the couple’s two middle-school aged children. Even though he worked two jobs, it wasn’t enough to pay the average lawyer’s rate of $300 per hour. Because his income qualified, Doug was able to secure free legal representation through Shore Legal Access. With a lawyer in his corner, Doug obtained a fair division of marital property, child support payments, and joint custody of the children.
*not the client’s real name
