The Power of Selection - Hiring A Lawyer
Mr. Sheehan practices family law and almost entirely family law. Why? Because the simple reality is that no lawyer can practice in many areas of law and practice them well. The single biggest mistake clients make is hiring a lawyer who claims that he or she can handle any type of legal work. Family law is different than all other areas of law because we deal with human relationships which will endure long after the particular legal issue is over. For example, what if the birthmother wants to be able to connect with her adopted child as an adult? To what degree should adoptions be open? Does the birthmother need to include or want to include the birthfather in the process? When and how should the birthmother meet and communicate with the adoptive couple regarding her adoption plan.
Or, in the divorce context, the separating couple continues to be life long parents to their children and must have a working relationship in order to serve their kids' needs. Though the couple has failed in marriage doesn't mean they must fail as parents. Approaching family law issues with an understanding and sensitivity to these human factors is what being an attorney and counselor at law is all about. Fortunately, Mr. Sheehan will help you consider these important questions during his representation of you.
Family Law Services Provided
- Adoption Proceedings
- Termination of Parental Rights
- Divorce Proceedings
- Separation & Property Settlement
- Agreements
- Child Custody & Visitation Disputes
- Domestic Violence Protective Orders
- Alimony & Child Support
- Modification of Judicial Decrees
- Appellate Proceedings
- Family & Divorce Related Tax Matters
- Paternity Proceedings
- Contempt Proceedings
- Annulments
Legal Specialties
