Divorce Lawyer Serving Windham, ME
Divorces are not something that anyone wants to find themselves in. Unfortunately, according to the CDC, about 2.3% of marriages end in divorce. The divorce process is a stressful and complex one. It will begin with mediation before a judge makes any decisions on your case. The emotions involved with ending a marriage can make it quite difficult to come to a mutual compromise. You must decide with your spouse how to split up your assets and debt, and who gets custody of any children.
This can be quite difficult to do. Hiring a lawyer to represent you in mediation and any potential court hearings is in your best interest. An attorney will represent your interests while alleviating some of the emotions involved in the mediation process. Should your case fail in mediation, we can represent you in court. Without a lawyer in court, you may find yourself not understanding the legal jargon used by the other attorney and judge. This makes it hard to properly represent yourself in court.
At the Law Office of Gregory W Files PA, our divorce lawyer has seen and represented numerous divorce cases – some being very civil, and some being quite the opposite. We know that divorce cases can get fraught and emotional, but we try our best to make the process as quick and painless as possible for everyone involved. Attorney Files will work with you closely to separate your assets from your soon-to-be ex-spouse as fairly as possible. Things like your property, child custody, and finances will go into the hands of the court system for a fair and reasonable outcome. With Attorney Files' extensive divorce law experience, you will find the help you need to find full coverage and assurance when filing a divorce.
Benefits of Hiring Our Divorce Lawyer
- Legal Advice: Our lawyer knows family law extensively. We will provide you with legal advice throughout the entire divorce process. You will always know what is going on and the options you have.
- Navigating the Legal System: Divorce means that there will be mediation appointments, paperwork deadlines, and potential court appearances. It can be difficult to keep track of all the things that occur. Our lawyer will help you keep track of it all and help you navigate family court.
- Spousal Communications: Tensions can run high when you are communicating with the partner you are divorcing. Even if it is an amicable divorce, there still will be emotions. Our divorce lawyer can act as a neutral third party to help mediate any issues and keep direct lines of communication between you at a minimum.
- Paperwork: Every legal process involves paperwork and divorce is no exception. There will be a lot of legal documents that need to be filled out and filed. It can be overwhelming on your own. We can handle it all for you.
What is the Difference Between an At-Fault and No-Fault Divorce?
The difference between a fault and no-fault divorce is a fault divorce involves one party doing something that constitutes grounds for divorce in the state the married couple resides in. For the state of Maine, some of the things that qualify for someone to file for an at-fault divorce are adultery, extreme cruelty, abuse of drugs and alcohol, lack of support in the marriage, abuse or cruel treatment, a diagnosable mental illness, and more. Our divorce lawyer can assist you in finding evidence to support your case as you navigate trying to file for an at-fault divorce. Our divorce lawyer knows the family law system very well in the state of Maine, so we know what you will need to win your case.
Assisting with Contested & Uncontested Divorces
In Windham, ME our divorce lawyer can assist with both contested and uncontested cases. The latter refers to situations in which both parties have amicably reached an agreement on common issues such as the distribution of assets, child custody, and alimony. Our team will professionally draft the terms and provisions that have been agreed upon and see to it that all proper procedures are followed to successfully dissolve the marriage. A contested divorce tends to be more complicated and may involve court hearings. It is particularly important to seek representation from a trusted divorce lawyer in these circumstances.
Get in Touch Today
If you want to learn about your legal rights and the options available to you, call our firm in Windham, ME today. Our divorce lawyer assists individuals and couples contemplating a divorce and those feeling very confident in their decision to separate. You can learn additional information at our divorce FAQ page.