Family Law Attorneys
There are 1,435 family law attorneys and law firms listed nationwide. Compare ratings and locations below, or narrow by state to find a family lawyer near you.
What is a family lawyer?
Family law handles legal matters involving relationships and households — divorce, child custody and support, adoption, and domestic protection orders. A family law attorney guides you through these sensitive issues, protects your rights and your children's best interests, and works toward fair, lasting resolutions.
Divorce Mediation: How It Works, What It Costs and When It Fails
Average hourly rates by state and practice area, how lawyers bill, and fee limits set by law.
Family Lawyers by City
Oklahoma City, OK (45)New York, NY (30)Indianapolis, IN (30)Omaha, NE (16)Nashua, NH (14)Honolulu, HI (14)Concord, NH (13)Columbia, SC (11)Philadelphia, PA (11)Little Rock, AR (10)Manchester, NH (10)Las Vegas, NV (10)Providence, RI (9)Lincoln, NE (9)Warwick, RI (8)Colorado Springs, CO (8)Cedar Rapids, IA (8)Albuquerque, NM (8)Lexington, SC (8)Burlington, VT (8)Salt Lake City, UT (8)Portland, OR (7)Dover, DE (7)Boston, MA (7)Hartford, CT (7)Cranston, RI (7)Chicago, IL (7)Charleston, WV (7)Greenville, SC (6)St Paul, MN (6)Lafayette, LA (6)Alexandria, LA (6)Madison, WI (6)Fargo, ND (6)Conway, AR (6)Milwaukee, WI (6)Fayetteville, AR (6)Des Moines, IA (6)Virginia Beach, VA (5)Ridgeland, MS (5)Dover, NH (5)Madison, MS (5)Birmingham, AL (5)Minneapolis, MN (5)Fairfax, VA (5)Toms River, NJ (5)Phoenix, AZ (5)Portsmouth, NH (5)St. Louis, MO (5)Columbus, OH (5)Harrisburg, PA (5)Atlanta, GA (5)Freehold, NJ (5)Charlotte, NC (5)Rock Hill, SC (5)Wichita, KS (5)Raleigh, NC (5)Denver, CO (5)Seattle, WA (5)
Family Law legal guides
Plain-English answers to common family law questions, before you call a lawyer.
- Holiday Custody Schedules: Splitting Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's
How holiday custody schedules divide Thanksgiving, winter break and New Year's, who has which holiday in 2026 under two state defaults, and the consent you need before holiday travel.
- What Is a Parenting Plan? What to Include and How to Make One Work
A parenting plan is a written agreement that sets out custody schedules, holidays, decision-making, and communication. This guide explains what to include and how to make one hold up.
- How to Establish Paternity: VAP, DNA Testing, and Court Orders Explained
There are three main ways to establish legal paternity: a voluntary acknowledgment form, DNA testing, or a court order. This guide explains each path and how paternity unlocks custody and support rights.
- Prenuptial Agreements: What They Cover, What They Can't, and How to Make One Enforceable
A prenuptial agreement sets how assets, debts, and support are handled if a marriage ends. Learn what a prenup can cover and the rules that make it hold up in court.
- How Much Does a Divorce Lawyer Cost? Fees, Retainers and Who Pays
What people paid divorce lawyers in a 2019 survey, what a retainer buys at 2026 hourly rates, and when a court in six large states can order your spouse to pay your lawyer.
- How to Get a Protective Order Against an Abusive Partner: A Step-by-Step Guide
A step-by-step guide to getting a protective order against an abusive partner, from emergency and temporary orders to the final hearing, plus what evidence to bring.
- How Child Custody Is Decided: What Parents Need to Know
Courts decide child custody using the best-interests-of-the-child standard. Here is how legal and physical custody work, what factors judges weigh, and the steps a custody case follows.
- How Divorce Works: A Step-by-Step Guide
Divorce is the court process that legally ends a marriage and resolves property, support, and parenting issues. This guide walks through each step, from filing the petition to receiving the final decree.
- How Child Support Is Calculated
Child support is calculated using state guidelines that look mainly at each parent's income, the parenting-time split, and add-on costs like health insurance and childcare. This guide explains the three formula models, what counts as income, and how to estimate your amount.
- Dividing Property in Divorce: Community Property vs. Equitable Distribution
How property is divided in divorce depends on whether you live in a community property state or an equitable distribution state. This guide explains both systems, what counts as marital property, and how courts split assets and debts.
- Alimony and Spousal Support: Types, Duration, and How Courts Decide
Alimony is money one spouse pays the other after separation or divorce. This guide explains the types, how long it lasts, the factors judges weigh, and when payments can change.
- Family Law: A Complete Guide to How It Works
A plain-English overview of family law in the United States, covering divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, property division, prenuptial agreements, and what to expect from family court.
Family Law Attorneys — FAQ
Do I need a family lawyer?
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If your situation involves family law matters — especially when money, deadlines, or your legal rights are at stake — speaking with a family law attorney early helps protect your options. Most offer a free initial consultation, so you can get an honest read on your case before committing. Browse the 1,435 family law firms below and filter by state, city, and rating.
How do I choose a family lawyer near me?
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Compare each firm's Google rating, number of reviews, location, and hours, then request a consultation. Many family law attorneys offer a free initial consultation, so you can discuss your case before committing.
How much does a family lawyer cost?
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Family lawyers usually bill hourly against an upfront retainer, and some offer flat fees for uncontested divorces. The ABA model ethics rule bars fees that depend on obtaining a divorce or on the amount of alimony or support, and each state writes its own rule. For work billed by the hour, our free Lawyer Cost Estimator shows average lawyer rates by practice area and state (Clio, 2026). Get the fee agreement in writing before work begins.
Are these family law listings verified?
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Listings come from public business data. Each shows the firm's address, phone number, and Google rating where available. We don't independently verify listings. Before hiring any lawyer, confirm their license and disciplinary history with your state bar's attorney search. This directory offers general information only and is not legal advice.