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  1. Episode Guide

    • 1. Pilot
      1. Pilot Sep 20, 1999
      • An attorney is left with her daughter and a struggling law firm.
    • 2. Damages
      2. Damages Sep 27, 1999
      • Lynn represents the parents of a child with Down syndrome who are suing the doctor for negligence.
      • Lynn represents a woman whose ex-husband is teaching their children racism.
  2. Family Law: Created by Susin Nielsen. With Jewel Staite, Zach Smadu, Genelle Williams, Lauren Holly. This 10-episode, one-hour drama follows a group of flawed family members who reluctantly work together at their father's law firm in downtown Vancouver.

    • (2.3K)
    • 2022-10-02
    • Comedy, Crime, Drama
    • 60
    • Divorce and Separation
    • Child Support, Custody, and Visitation
    • Adoption, Guardianship, and Foster Care
    • Other Family Law Areas

    Divorce is the most common reason people consult a family law attorney. Unfortunately, statistics show that 40-50% of all marriages end in divorce. You will need an attorney for matters related to marital propertydivision, alimony or spousal support, and other issues. Each state has lawsfor divorce. Some states, such as California, have waiting per...

    Child custody and child supportmay be part of the divorce process or separate legal proceedings. Often parents can agree on everything else but argue over child custody and visitation rights. Having an attorney you are comfortable talking to about parenting and custody arrangements makes the process much easier. Paternityare often part of a child s...

    The adoption process is long and difficult. Many private adoption agencies have their own attorneys on retainer to ensure they have legal advice on standby. Adoptive parents should always consult an attorney before and during an adoption. Some adoptions, such as international adoptions, will require the services of specialized lawyers who know inte...

    There are many other reasons to hire a family lawyer. Some topics may come up during your initial consultation. You should discuss all concerns with your attorney so they can give you referrals if necessary. 1. Prenuptial agreementsdefine spouses' rights to marital property before marriage. Couples with existing businesses or real estate often want...

  3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Family_lawFamily law - Wikipedia

    The termination of legally recognized family relationships and ancillary matters, including divorce, annulment, property settlements, alimony, child custody and visitation, child support and alimony awards [2] Prenuptial and Postnuptial agreements. Adoption: proceedings to adopt a child and, in some cases, an adult.

  4. Mar 25, 2024 · Family law involves any case in which two or more people who are going through a transition in their personal relationship—whether it’s people who have children or not—are seeking to end their relationship and are needing legal advice or assistance in transitioning away from each other. — Theresa (Traci) Capistrant.

  5. family law, body of law regulating family relationships, including marriage and divorce, the treatment of children, and related economic matters. In the past, family law was closely connected with the law of property and succession ( see property law ), and, judging from the records available, it must have originated principally in the economic ...

  6. Nov 17, 2023 · Generally, "family law" refers to the laws that govern issues related to family relationships, primarily those between spouses or parents and children. But family law is not just limited to issues such as marriage, divorce and child custody. It is an industry – estimated to be $12.6 billion in 2022 – that encompasses a wide realm of topics ...

  7. Family Law is a Canadian legal drama television series that premiered in Italy on Sky Investigation on July 6, 2021, and in Canada on Global on September 16, 2021. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] Premise

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