Family lawyers
Family lawyers advise on relationships and children: custody and parenting time, child support, adoption, guardianship and domestic-violence protection.
Ranked in 18 cities across 5 countries
Rankings by city
United States
- Family lawyers in New York64
- Family lawyers in Los Angeles64
- Family lawyers in Chicago48
- Family lawyers in Houston43
- Family lawyers in Miami43
- Family lawyers in San Francisco32
- Family lawyers in Boston31
- Family lawyers in Dallas25
- Family lawyers in Atlanta23
- Family lawyers in Seattle19
- Family lawyers in Denver18
- Family lawyers in Phoenix11
United Kingdom
Choosing a family lawyer
Family cases are often decided by local judges with wide discretion, so local courtroom experience matters. Ask whether the lawyer offers mediation or collaborative law, and how they keep children out of the conflict. Confirm who on the team will actually handle your file day to day.
Specialisms
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a family lawyer and a divorce lawyer?
Divorce is one part of family law. Family lawyers also handle custody between unmarried parents, adoption, guardianship and protection orders.
Can custody arrangements be changed later?
Usually yes, if circumstances change significantly. The court applies the best interests of the child when deciding whether to modify an order.