Family is the most important thing to many people. Gillespie, Shields & Taylor has over 100 years of combined experience as family lawyers in Tempe, and we understand how to protect what matters the most.
We can help you navigate your family law issues with compassion and empathy. Whether you are facing a divorce or need to modify an existing child support order, we have the skills and experience to represent your interests and protect your family’s well-being.
Contact us today to discuss your issues with one of our knowledgeable family lawyers in Tempe.
Why Choose Our Tempe Family Lawyers?
Since 1985, our firm has been a bastion of support for families in Tempe navigating legal issues. Family law intersects with some of the most personal and intimate aspects of our lives, so legal proceedings can naturally lead to tension and high emotions.
We can provide an objective and impartial viewpoint to advocate for your interests. Our practical and client-based approach centers on your goals, and we’ll navigate your issues while respecting your family’s privacy and dignity.
Whether you require negotiation or litigation support, we are here to provide our help every step of the way. Reach out to us today to discuss your next steps and strategy.
For a free legal consultation with a Family Law lawyer serving Tempe, call 602-870-9700
Family Law Issues We Can Handle in Tempe
We have helped many families navigate sensitive legal issues relating to the family. Below are some of our main areas of practice:
- Tempe divorce lawyer. Our lawyers are highly experienced in supporting clients throughout the divorce process. Whether you want to initiate a divorce or are responding to divorce papers, we can offer our legal advice and support.
- Tempe child support lawyer. We understand Arizona’s child support system and can help negotiate child support agreements to be fair and balanced. We can also help you modify or enforce an existing support order from the court.
- Tempe child custody lawyer. We can advocate for your parental rights and help mediate disputes regarding legal decision-making and parenting time.
- Tempe legal separation lawyer. We can represent clients during the legal separation process and negotiate regarding issues related to property division, parenting schedules, and support payment obligations.
- Tempe adoption lawyer. If you are planning to adopt a child, our team can help you through the entire legal process and resolve any difficulties that may arise.
- Tempe spousal support lawyer. We can help you seek spousal support or request a modification of an existing order. If a former spouse fails to pay court-ordered spousal maintenance, we can petition the court for enforcement.
- Tempe prenuptial agreement lawyer. Our lawyers have extensive experience drafting, interpreting, and negotiating prenuptial agreements to protect your income/property and reduce uncertainty during divorce.
Regardless of your specific issue, we have the skills and resources to help. If you need legal representation for a family matter, call us today.
How Our Team Can Help You
We are highly familiar with working within Arizona’s family court system through matters related to divorce proceedings, child support, legal separation, property division, and more. More specifically, our attorneys can:
- Obtain financial disclosures and documents
- Identify and catalog assets and properties
- Negotiate and draft divorce agreements
- Calculate and establish child support obligations
- Communicate with other parties and lawyers
- Assist in mediation
- Litigate your case in court, if necessary
- Petition to modify or enforce divorce orders
We have built a reputation for our strategic approach and legal knowledge and excel at finding novel solutions to our clients’ problems. Call our Tempe family lawyers today to learn more about how we can help.
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Common Questions We Receive About Family Law in Arizona
Below are some of the most common questions our team receives about family law issues in Tempe and throughout Arizona:
Do I Need a Divorce Lawyer?
You don’t legally need a lawyer to pursue a divorce. However, legal representation can be highly beneficial. A lawyer can work through common issues and resolve disputes to promote your interests and well-being.
Can I Modify an Existing Divorce Order?
You can request a modification to an existing divorce order, but you usually have to demonstrate that there’s been a substantial and continuing change in your circumstances. Relevant changes may include:
- Changes in employment or income
- One parent has remarried
- Injuries or physical illness
- Relocation to a different state or country
- A child’s developmental needs have changed
- Concerns about abuse or neglect
What Are Arizona’s Rules on Child Custody?
Child custody in Arizona concerns legal decision-making and parenting time. Arizona courts decide legal decision-making and parenting time based on the child’s best interests. While the law encourages both parents to have meaningful, continuing contact with the child when appropriate, there is no automatic presumption in favor of equal or joint arrangements.
Contact Our Team to Speak to a Tempe Family Lawyer
When it comes to family law matters, most people just want to protect their loved ones and their finances. Our team stands firm and is ready to help you protect what matters most.
Whether you are pursuing a divorce or seeking a legal separation, you can call our team at Gillespie, Shields & Taylor to discuss your legal rights and options.
Send us a message online or call our offices today to schedule an appointment with a Tempe family lawyer.
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