Garner Law PLLC represents individuals and families in custody disputes and divorce actions. We know that family and domestic relations legal issues can be confusing and emotionally draining for all parties involved. Our team has the experience to provide you with guidance, knowledge and advice tailored to meet your goals in any family or domestic relations legal matter. We counsel clients by providing practical advice and realistic expectations to ensure our clients’ rights are protected and their goals are met. Whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, Garner Law PLLC will provide you with personalized attention and create a customized strategy to advocate for your best interests.
Divorce
Divorce is stressful and can be a painful process for everyone involved, including your soon-to-be former spouse, your family, and your children. The decision should not be made without serious consideration. If you or your spouse have made the tough decision to move forward with a divorce, many decisions need to be made, including, who gets to stay in the house? Who gets the car? What happens to the family business? And, most important, where will the kids live and when will they see the other parent? Whether spousal support or alimony is awarded to one spouse depends on the unique circumstances of each case. You owe it to yourself and your family to be fully prepared, and Garner Law PLLC is available to serve your legal needs by providing meaningful and clear guidance on what to expect during every step of a divorce.
Child Custody and Visitation
At Garner Law PLLC, we understand how important your children are to you, and how important it is that you will be able to play a substantial role in raising your children during their most impressionable years. In Maryland and the District of Columbia, there are no set rules on who will automatically get custody of the children. The standard in determining custody is what is in “the best interest of the child.” There are statutory factors that the court must consider to determine the best interest of the child. It is imperative that parents understand the law as it relates to custody before heading to court. We can assist you in resolving custody conflicts and help you achieve a resolution to your custody matter that meets your parenting goals and serves the best interests of your children.
Premarital Agreements
Divorce is a common reality in today’s society. More than ever before, people entering into a marriage are finding it important to plan for the possibility of divorce when the relationship is solid and each partner is able to think objectively. A prenuptial agreement is a legal contract entered into before marriage, that allows couples to address issues of property division and alimony that would apply if the marriage one day ends in divorce. As more people acquire property, establish careers, and live independent lives before marriage, many couples are exploring the idea of drafting a prenuptial agreement to acknowledge their accomplishments as individuals and protect individual property. Contact Garner Law PLLC to draft an agreement that protects your interests.
Guardianship
A guardianship gives one individual the authority and responsibility to act positively on behalf of an incapacitated person. Guardianships can be established to protect the personal, medical, and financial interests of an incompetent or incapacitated elderly individual or a minor child. Establishing a guardianship is a court process that has strict requirements. There are many statutory requirements that must be met, and the process as a whole is very document-heavy. It is important to work with an experienced attorney in completing the process.
Contact Garner Law PLLC to assist you today!