J Richard Scott Esquire

A divorce is the legal and final termination of a marriage by a family court. Going through a divorce or a separation is one of the most stressful things a person endures in life. Divorce is frightening. Divorce affects you - your spouse - your children - your family. It involves child custody, child support, visitation, parental rights, property distribution, division of debt and spousal support. Since 1999, I've done over 1,000 divorce case. I have the experience and skills to help you.

Custody is decision making concerning the major issues of a child's life: residence; education; health; religion; and, activities. Custody litigation is complicated, very emotional, time consuming and expensive. Your custody lawyer should have exceptional litigation skills and courtroom experience. I have that experience and those exceptional courtroom skills should you find yourself in a custody battle for your child or children.

Since 1999, I successfully defended people charged with crimes from DUI up through assault, manslaughter, murder and nearly everything in between. My law firm is not afraid to go to trial. We are confident, focused and knowledgeable in representing those charged with crimes, so that we can protect their liberty and freedom. Early involvement by a great criminal defense lawyer is vitally important to the defending your case.

Child support obligations are usually mandated by state law. Parents owe the legal duty of support until the child is 18, unless the child has not yet graduated from high school. In some cases, the obligation can be reduced because of shared parenting. There are several factors that can be applied in child support cases. You need a lawyer with the experience and skills to present your case to ensure a fair child support order. I have that experience and those skills.