Legal Help FAQs: simple answers to common questions
These family law FAQs cover divorce, custody, child support, and fathers' rights. Each answer is short and clear so you can move fast. For advice on your facts, talk to a licensed lawyer.
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What is Affirming Dads?
Is Affirming Dads free?
Do you provide legal advice?
What kind of information do you provide?
Working with Lawyers
Do I need a lawyer for my custody case?
How do I find a good family law attorney?
Can I represent myself in family court?
Divorce
How long does a divorce take?
What's the difference between contested and uncontested divorce?
What is legal separation vs. divorce?
Child Custody & Parenting Time
What is the difference between legal and physical custody?
What factors do courts consider in custody decisions?
Can fathers get 50/50 custody?
What is a parenting plan?
Child Support
How is child support calculated?
Can child support be modified?
What happens if I can't pay child support?
General Questions
What is mediation and should I try it?
What is paternity and why does it matter?
How accurate is your information?
General Questions
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