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Birmingham Divorce and Family Law Attorneys

Divorce and other family law disputes involve financial issues and legal matters that must be taken into consideration before any final settlement is reached. At the law office of Lewis & McAtee, our family law attorneys explain the financial consequences and obligations associated with divorce, child / spousal support, and child custody. Our lawyers explain how marital property and debts are divided, how child support is calculated, and how your income taxes will be effected. If you or your spouse owns a business, our office consults accountants and financial planners in order to determine its true value in dividing marital assets fairly.

Protect your interests and financial future during and after a divorce - contact divorce lawyers at the law office of Lewis & McAtee today and schedule a free consultation.

Family Law Issues and Divorce

The law office of Lewis & McAtee represents clients in regard to the following family law issues:

• Divorce
• Child custody
• Child / spousal support
• Division of marital assets
• Enforcements
• Pre-nuptial agreements
• Paternity
• Restraining orders
• Contested divorce
• Visitation rights

Considering the Financial Consequences of Divorce

Divorce essentially creates two households where there was once one. Consequently, the court will look at the assets and property, as well as any debt, held between you and your spouse. In order to protect yourself it is important to gather the following kinds of documentation in preparation of your case:

•  Bank statements
• Tax returns
• 401k / retirement fund statements
• Credit report
• Copies of any loan statements
• Copies of credit card statements
• Title or deed to any property

Additionally, if you have an estate plan, we can review and explain to you how your will or trust might be effected by your divorce settlement.

Child Support: Understanding Your Legal and Financial Obligations

It's important for parents to understand child support is not intended to punish non-custodial parents or reward custodial parents. Child custody is intended for the maintenance for children, providing them with a certain standard of living and satisfaction of basic needs. Consequently, child custody is a legal obligation intended to protect the best interests of a child and not an intended income supplement for custodial parents.

At Lewis & McAtee, we can calculate the amount of child support involved in your divorce and explain what factors are taken into account. If illness or job loss affects your income or ability to pay child support, our attorneys petition the court to modify the amount of child support involved. Even if you and your ex-spouse are on good terms, it's important to have any modification of child support officially recognized by the court in order to avoid further legal complications and penalties later.

Contact Experienced Family Law Attorneys Lewis & McAtee Today

If you are facing divorce or have questions about a post divorce modification, contact the law office of Lewis & McAtee today and schedule a free consultation. We will protect your rights and help you prepare for life after divorce.