Family Law Representation and Guardian ad Litem Services

The Hoffman Law Office is able to work with any budget.  We offer traditional representation agreements as well as limited or unbundled legal services.  Whether you want us to handle your whole case, you are just looking for advice, or you are not sure how much help you will want, we are here for you and can make flexible arrangements to meet your needs.

 

Areas of Practice

 

DIVORCE

Whether you have children, run a business, have multiple properties, have non-marital assets, have contributed to your marriage as a homemaker, or have been married for several decades, we likely have experience with a situation like yours. We try to make your divorce painless as possible. Whether your case can be resolved with collaborative divorce practices, mediation, or litigation, we are prepared to help you every step of the way.


MINOR GUARDIANSHIP

Whether you are trying to help a child out of a bad situation or seeking to protect your parental rights, we can provide counsel in Probate and District Court proceedings for guardianship.


ADOPTION

The Hoffman Law Office can assist with adoptions, including step-parent adoptions and adoptions related to child protection matters.


Guardian ad Litem

Attorney Hoffman represents children in divorce, parental rights, and child protection matters. She can serve as your child’s voice in a court proceeding, allowing your child to avoid being caught in the conflict.


CHILD PROTECTION

DHHS involvement can be one of the most stressful events for a family. We represent parents, guardians, foster parents, and interested parties protect their rights when a child is at risk for removal into DHHS custody.


PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTs & POSTNUPTIAL AGREEMENTS

Having an agreement with your spouse about what to do with your finances can provide clear boundaries for your relationship as well as save you each a lot of heartache should you decide to divorce.


De FACTO PARENTAGE

Grandparents and others who have acted in a parental role may be eligible to obtain parental rights.


PARENTAL RIGHTS

We represent unmarried parents establishing parental rights and responsibilities. We also help clients modify or enforce exisiting orders about contact or child support, including through contempt proceedings.


PROTECTION FROM ABUSE & HARASSMENT

Attorney Hoffman understands the complex dynamics of domestic violence and can help protect you or your child from abuse or harassment. We also assist parties defend against frivolous claims that have been brought to gain an advantage in divorce proceeding.


TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS

When your co-parent has been absent in your child’s life or poses a danger to them, termination of parental rights may provide peace of mind and closure.