Domestic Case

A 'domestic case' generally refers to legal matters involving family law, including issues like divorce, child custody, child support, and domestic violence, often handled in family or domestic courts.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

• Family Law Matters: Domestic cases encompass a wide range of issues related to family relationships, such as:
• Divorce/Dissolution: The legal process of ending a marriage.
• Child Custody: Determining who has the legal right to care for and make decisions about a child's upbringing.
• Child Support: Establishing financial obligations for the support of a child.
• Domestic Violence: Cases involving abusive or violent behavior within a family or intimate relationship.
• Alimony/Spousal Support: Financial support provided to one spouse by the other after a divorce.
• Property Division: Determining how assets and debts acquired during a marriage will be divided.
• Domestic Violence: This is a significant area within domestic cases, encompassing a range of abusive behaviors within intimate or family relationships.
• Types of Abuse: Domestic violence can include physical, emotional, sexual, financial, or psychological abuse.
• Legal Protections: Victims of domestic violence can seek legal protection through restraining orders or other court orders.
• Domestic Courts: These are specialized courts that handle family law cases, including domestic violence matters.
• Civil vs. Criminal: While some domestic violence cases can involve criminal charges, others are handled through civil proceedings, focusing on protecting the victim and issuing restraining orders.

AWDA GPS does all of the above including alienation of affection cases. (State specific)