As a domestic relations attorney, Valerie represents clients by negotiating settlements or litigating cases in court, approaching family transitions with the goal of proceeding as amicably as possible. When negotiations fail, however, Valerie is comfortable serving as a zealous advocate within the court system. She works with clients who get along well with their spouses and need guidance on legal issues, and also represents individuals who have abusive, intractable, and selfish partners. Valerie has tried numerous cases and settled many more. Despite the number of divorce and other family law matters that she has handled, Valerie considers each and every new case to be unique and deserving of individual attention.

As an attorney, Valerie always searchs for a creative solution. Sometimes this involves seeking Court orders and other times it involves long talks with her client or opposing counsel to develop fair settlement offers that take into consideration the needs of all concerned parties. At all times, Valerie is very child-focused, and encourages her clients to keep their children's needs at the forefront when considering various legal options.

Below is a listing of Valerie's specific areas of practice:

MARRIAGE AND DIVORCE

• Prenuptial Agreements
• Separation
• Divorce
• Custody
• Visitation/Parenting Schedules
• Removal (moving children to another state)
• Child Support
• Alimony
• Division of Property
• Domestic Violence Issues
• Contempt
• Modification

UNMARRIED COUPLES AND PARENTS

• Relationship Contracts
• Separation
• Paternity
• Custody
• Visitation/Parenting Schedules
• Child Support (past and present)
• Domestic Violence Issues
• Contempt
• Modification