Also referred to as Matrimonial Law, family law deals with the many legal aspects associated with interpersonal relationships. At Brewe Layman, family law is our primary area of expertise and we are very adept and efficient in bringing cases to a favorable conclusion for our clients. Our attorneys are skilled and aggressive litigators and experienced negotiators capable of resolving issues in a multitude of ways - be it mediation, trial, arbitration or settlement conference. Beyond the pure legal function we perform, however, is the caring approach we take in helping you resolve your dispute. You can rely on Brewe Layman for skillful and accomplished representation in marriage dissolution matters, unmarried cohabitation litigation, property division claims, paternity/custody/parenting plan matters, child support matters, domestic violence issues, post secondary education support and maintenance issues.

Because Family Law often deals with such emotionally charged issues as divorce or child custody which can be stressful to our clients, we have systems and processes in place to help minimize any personal trauma you may be experiencing.

The following is a partial list of documents you should compile to bring with you to your initial consultation:

• Complete federal income tax returns with W-2s for the past three (3) years,
• Current paystubs for both parties,
• Most recent statement you have for all IRA, 401-K, investment, pension, stock option, deferred compensation and retirement accounts,
• Social Security benefit statement for both parties,
• A list of all of your debts including mortgage balances,
• Prenuptial, Postnuptial and Community Property Agreements,
• Corporate tax returns (last 5 years) for any business in which the parties have an interest,
• Life Insurance Policies including the declaration pages,
• Assessed tax valuation statements for any real property,
• Appraisals on any real property owned by the parties which are less than two (2) years old, and
• Any financial statements completed by the parties in the last three (3) years.

After an initial office consultation where we’ll get to know the specific details of your case and your precise legal needs, Brewe Layman will provide you with a packet of information containing community and social resources which you may find helpful in dealing with the personal side of your particular Family Law conflict.

Should you decide to retain our legal counsel, we’ll pair you with both a seasoned family law attorney and one of our highly experienced paralegals who will jointly guide and support you through your legal proceedings. Only a phone call or e-mail away, our paralegals are here to answer any legal questions you have during what can be a confusing, emotional time. Such a hands-on approach is unique in our industry, and we pride ourselves on adding a human touch to what can be a very difficult time in people’s lives. That’s the Brewe Layman difference.

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