Washington County, PA Family Law Attorneys

Matters involving family law tend to be emotional. As these issues typically center on your family, children, and marriage, family law is an umbrella covering many types of cases. And, no two cases are the same. Every family has its own unique circumstances, and you need a law firm that doesn't use a "cookie-cutter" approach to your legal issue.

Some family law situations, like divorce, can be solved without going through a lengthy courtroom trial. Alternative methods like mediation or arbitration can shorten the process and help you move more quickly through the legal maze. Contact the family law attorneys at DeRiso Law Group today for more information.

How We Can Help Your Family

At our law firm, we get to know you first. Our Washington County, PA legal team gets to know you and your case in detail, so we can tailor a solution that works for you. Whatever your family law issue, our goal is quick resolution and avoiding lengthy and emotionally taxing court battles. But if you do end up in court, we fight aggressively for the rights of you, your children, and your best interests.

When dealing with any type of family law issue, you should be aware of the basic Pennsylvania laws around your situation. We can explain legal jargon in understandable terms so you can make more knowledgeable decisions about your situation. Call us today with any questions you might have.

Defining Family Law

Family law, as we stated earlier, encompasses a wide variety of legal issues. Simply, however, if it has to do with your family, it likely falls under family law. One thing to remember is that even though serious matters like child abuse or domestic matters are also criminal, they too fall under family law. Following are just a few family law cases our firm can assist you with:

Pre-marital and post-marital agreements
Divorce and dissolution of marriage, including annulments
Child custody and visitation rights
Child support
Alimony and spousal support
Division of marital property and assets
Domestic violence and child abuse
Enforcement of protective orders
Divorce agreement modifications

Many of these areas can find you at a difficult time in your life. Having a seasoned and sympathetic attorney by your side can make all the difference between a difficult or easier experience. The law firm of DeRiso Law Group will advocate for you.