Lorraine M. Ramunno

A child abuse lawyer handles issues related to abuse and neglect, and child physical or emotional abuse claims can arise in a variety of contexts and motives. I am involved when a government agency such as Children & Youth Services removes the child from the home. Because of the victims' tender age, abuse cases frequently are complicated. I represent the parents who are accused of abuse.

All Criminal Offense - misdemeanors, felonies, adult and juvenile - including, but not limited to Drug cases, Sex offenses, Robberies, Burglaries, Arson, DUIs, Thefts, etc.

Juvenile law applies to young children and teenagers less than eighteen years old, depending on the state. Minors are processed in the juvenile justice system. This system is separate from the adult court and the penalties involved are less severe than in the adult system. Juvenile law also carries certain protections that do not apply to adults. This is a specialized area of law.

Family law includes laws of marriage, civil unions, same-sex relationships, domestic partnerships, divorce, separation, property settlements, alimony, spousal abuse, adoption, child abuse, child support, child custody and kidnapping. If you need help with a family-related legal issue, a family law attorney can advise in family disputes as well as represent you in lawsuits.