divorce lawyer

Marriage dissolution counsel

A divorce lawyer is an attorney who specializes in ending marriages—handling the legal dissolution of the union along with related matters like property division, child custody, and spousal support.

The term often carries connotations of conflict and expense: Their divorce lawyers dragged things out for two years.

Also called a family law attorney, though that term covers broader practice.

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Professional helping troubled relationships

couples therapist · family therapist · marriage therapist · mediator · matchmaker

life stage service

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Leads marriage ceremonies

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conflict resolution approach

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Neutral conflict resolver

family mediator · peacemaker

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