Includes bibliographical references (pages 177-179) and index.
Explaining complex family law concepts and procedures in a jargon-free style, this resource includes detailed information on how family court works, offers easily understandable case examples, and describes alternatives to litigation that are designed to help prevent families with children from entering the legal system to resolve disputes. Exploring subjects that apply to all parties involved in resolving separation, divorce, and custody conflicts--judges, lawyers, mediators, parenting coaches, psychologists, family counselors, and social workers--this reference demystifies the role of lawyer.