Family Law Attorney

Certified Family Mediator

Practice Areas

Family Law

dissolution of marriage
prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
complex equitable distribution
child custody and timesharing
alimony and child support
paternity
judgement modifications & enforcement
same-sex couples issues
enforcement and contempt issues
grandparent custody
stepparent adoption

Mediation

family conflicts
dissolution of marriage
alimony
asset distribution
children’s issues & child support
mental health concerns
modifications of judgments
paternity

Collaborative Family Law

an alternative to litigation
focusing on mutual positive outcomes
privacy
cooperation on experts
convenience
reduce conflict
respectful co-parenting
preservation of funds and assets

Child Advocacy

Guardian ad Litem
Attorney ad Litem

Mental Health Law

Marchman Act (Cases involving the involuntary assessment and treatment for abuse of drugs or alcohol)
Baker Act (Cases involving involuntary examination and treatment for mental illness)
Guardian Advocate (Cases involving the review and authorization of treatment for those involuntarily committed for mental health treatment)

The practice of law is meaningful, stimulating, and fulfilling. I significantly affect the lives of many people, help people through their most difficult times, and sometimes their most joyful times. The experience of being a lawyer opens many doors, and gives me a world of opportunities. I am very thankful and grateful for the chance to serve as a lawyer.

Thank you …. Joy A. Bartmon