We do not require a retainer. Fortunately, when the Pandemic hit us in March 2020, we had already been a paperless office for many years with two cloud based case management systems. However, the Pandemic propelled us to make many improvements to our client service protocols, retainer requirements, direct calendaring, electronic exchanges and remote systems being some examples. This has allowed our firm to concentrate more on client service and less on wasteful antiquated management systems. If you entrust us with your family law matter, you'll be in excellent hands.

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Family Law Blog


How to Discuss Alimony Agreements

Alimony Lawyers Alimony, otherwise referred to as spousal support, may be awarded if the divorce causes one spouse to not be able to support themselves during the proceeding. For instance, if one spouse had the role of staying home to parent, then they were probably financially dependent on their spouse. The parent who stayed home […]

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Common Misconceptions About Workplace Discrimination

Employment Discrimination Lawyer Similarly to our interpersonal relationships outside of the workplace, you want to feel safe and respected when you come into work every day. If you experience discrimination at work, it can cause you to become uncomfortable and make your job more difficult, and cause stress on your relationships outside of work. However, […]

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Estate Planning FAQs

Estate Planning Lawyer Sitting down and working out an estate plan isn’t something many people want to do. No one likes to think about the day they will no longer be here to take care of their loved ones. But having a solid estate plan in place will ensure that your wishes will be met […]

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Los Comportamientos Negligentes De Los Automovilistas: Consecuencia De Muerte Injusta

Si usted ha perdido a un ser querido a consecuencia del comportamiento negligente de un tercero, es necesario acuda con un especialista legal como un Abogado por muerte injusta. Causas de muerte injusta: Accidentes de automóvil y comportamientos negligentes Las causas de muerte injusta pueden suceder por negligencias de terceros en: Comportamiento negligente automovilista: –  […]

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Services Offered By Divorce Lawyers

Divorce Lawyer Divorce is never an easy process to go through. There are difficult choices that must be made that can greatly impact the family, especially if a couple has children together. If you are going through divorce, you can complete your divorce much more smoothly when you have the help of a qualified and […]

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Being a Solo Practitioner

Listen Now! Sit down with Attorney Bernie Kempen for this episode in his series “Flying Solo with Attorney Bernie” to discuss what it means to be a solo practitioner and how working with a solo practitioner for your family law case can be a major asset in negotiating the outcome you’re looking for.    

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Setting Up A Practice

Listen Now! Sit down with Attorney Bernie Kempen for this episode in his series “Flying Solo with Attorney Bernie” to discuss setting up a successful solo practitioner office.

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How To Meet Clients Where They Are

Listen Now! Sit down with Attorney Bernie Kempen for this episode in his series “Flying Solo with Attorney Bernie” to discuss the importance of meeting a client where they are.

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Philosophy & Science

Listen Now! Sit down with Attorney Bernie Kempen and guests Matthew Kaser & Gary Howard, for this episode in his series “Flying Solo with Attorney Bernie” to discuss a variety of topics in the field of biology and philosophy.

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Do Plants Have Standing in Court?

Listen Now! Sit down with Attorney Bernie Kempen and guests Matthew Kaser & Gary Howard, for this episode in his series “Flying Solo with Attorney Bernie” to discuss the topic of scientifically predicting family dysfunction based on plant life.

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