Twin Falls Family Lawyer

Family law disputes require a careful, sensitive approach, especially when emotions are running high. If you are seeking divorce or child custody, or if you have some other family law matter, then you should contact Johnson May. We are a team of experienced lawyers in Twin Falls with decades of experience navigating family court. Our objective is to obtain favorable resolution to family law disputes. That resolution might be a negotiated settlement, mediation, or even full-scale litigation—it all depends on the unique facts of your case. Call our family attorney today to schedule a consultation with one of our Twin Falls family lawyers today for help with the legal process of your family law case.

Our Experienced Family Law Attorney Handles All Family Law Matters

We have deep experience in family law. Because of our small size, Johnson May can provide the type of individualized service that larger firms cannot. At the same time, we bring high-powered legal insights to your disputes which match the service offered by the biggest firms in the West.

Contact our attorney in Twin Falls if you need legal representation in the legal system with these types of family law cases:

• Divorce. Ending a marriage is never an easy choice. Whether you are seeking to file for divorce or have been blindsided with divorce papers, we can help with the divorce proceedings. Our firm excels at negotiating a resolution to many divorce disputes, including child custody, property division, or alimony. We can also engage in litigation, where appropriate, to protect your rights in these legal matters. No one should divorce without an experienced lawyer in their corner.
• Child custody cases and visitation. Child custody is possibly the most emotional issue for our clients. No one wants to be separated from their children. Nonetheless, children cannot be in two places at once. Contact Johnson May if you see a child custody dispute on the horizon for joint custody or sole custody. We can discuss legal and physical custody, as well as what evidence a judge will consider when deciding what is in a child’s “best interests” in sole custody. Parents can always negotiate custody and a parenting plan between themselves, and we can help.
• Child support. Both parents have a legal obligation to financially support their children, even if a child is not living with them. Idaho has developed detailed guidelines for determining how much each parent must contribute to child support. Nonetheless, some disputes can arise, especially if your child has unusual medical or educational needs. 
• Division of marital property. Idaho is a community property state. The assets you obtained while married must be divided upon divorce, but you can leave with your nonmarital property. Some disputes arise when one spouse has started a small business or come into the marriage with retirement or investment accounts. Let us review how a judge will likely divide property if you cannot agree.
• Spousal Support. Also known as “alimony,” support is a payment from one spouse to their ex after divorce. Spousal support can help one spouse adjust to living alone. Usually, a spouse must prove they can’t support themselves after divorce to be eligible. We can represent either spouse in a hearing for support.
• Adoption. Johnson May is proud to offer adoption services to individuals or couples in Twin Falls. Prospective parents have many options, including open adoption, foster care adoption, and adoption from a different state. We can prepare you for the adoption proceedings, home study, and the legal hearing. We also handle stepparent adoptions.

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Collaborative Solutions to Family Law Disputes

Not every family law dispute requires full-scale litigation. Instead, our Twin Falls family lawyers have used different dispute resolution techniques over the years that help resolve disputes amicably and outside court. Call our family law attorneys if you want to discuss:

• Collaborative divorce. Spouses agree to work amicably toward divorce. For example, we might hire experts to help with division of community property and child support calculation. The goal is to resolve the divorce from start to finish in a collaborative fashion.
• Family law mediation. Mediation is an important technique for resolving disputes. We often turn to mediation when negotiation talks hit a wall. A mediator is a trained neutral party who can help listen and propose solutions.
• Coparenting coaching. Working together to raise children is hard after divorce. Our firm helps clients develop successful coparenting strategies to ensure that the children are made the priority. Contact us to find out more.

Our Experience in Child Custody and Family Law Sets Us Apart

There are dozens of law firms in the Twin Falls area offering family law services. Why should you choose our family lawyer in Twin Falls from Johnson May?

• Superior customer service. We really get to know our clients—your fears, goals, and history. This information helps us craft individualized solutions that work for you and your family.
• Depth of family law experience. Our team knows Idaho family law in detail. We pay attention to all the new opinions issued from Idaho courts, and we leverage this information to your advantage.
• Creative problem solving. We can help our clients see possible solutions to problems. For example, you might want to leave the state with your children, but your ex objects. Maybe changing the summer visitation is what’s needed to garner support from your ex. Let us see if we can find a solution that works for all.

Speak with a Seasoned Twin Falls Family Lawyer

Family law disputes do not have to break the bank. Instead, get seasoned legal advice by calling Johnson May today. Call to schedule your free initial consultation today!