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Reston, VA Family Law Attorney

Dedicated Lawyer Helping Resolve Family Legal Disputes in Reston, Virginia

When legal conflicts involve your family, making sound decisions is very important, but it can be challenging. The emotional impact of these disputes can be much stronger than it would be if someone else were on the other end. You may not be the only one who is affected, and your children and extended family can also suffer. Emotional decisions are usually unwise, so you need to choose a skilled attorney whose advice you can trust and whose support you can count on.

When you choose Nicole M. Burns, Attorney at Law, you are gaining the advocacy of a highly skilled, award-winning family law attorney. With over 15 years of legal experience, we understand how deeply family law matters can affect everyone involved, and we also understand that using a one-size-fits-all approach to resolving your unique challenges does not work. We are dedicated to providing supportive, individualized legal counsel as we work to protect your interests and those of your children. With us by your side, you can move forward toward a bright future with confidence.

Reston, VA Family Law Cases We Handle

Many people are not quite sure what family law means. This area of law covers a wide range of legal matters, including:

Divorce and all related issues are also considered family law matters. If you have a unique situation not listed here, we may still be able to help. There are several ways to resolve family law disputes, but the same method does not work well for everyone.

Collaborative Law

If you and the other party are both willing to compromise and want to resolve your differences without going to court, collaborative law is an attractive option. This approach uses negotiations that are facilitated by your attorneys, and cooperation is encouraged.

Mediation

While working to negotiate a divorce settlement, it is all too easy to focus on feelings of hurt, anger, and uncertainty when attempting to reach agreements. Mediation can be a good way to focus on the real issues at hand and reach amicable resolutions. A mediator is a neutral third party whose job is to help spouses resolve their disputes by finding common ground.

Litigation

When other dispute resolution methods are not suitable in a contested divorce, you may choose to let a judge issue rulings after a trial. This option has several drawbacks for you to consider, including:

  • A trial is usually much more expensive and takes far longer than the other approaches.
  • You are placing your and your children's future in the hands of a judge who may not fully understand all the intricacies of your situation.
  • Whatever the judge rules, you have to abide by his or her decision.

If a trial is the best way to handle your issues, you can rely on our extensive litigation experience to represent you.

Protecting Your Children's Well-Being in Reston Family Law Disputes

No matter how old they are, your children will be affected by your divorce, child custody case, or other family law issues. With Attorney Burns' understanding of childhood developmental psychology, she knows how parental conflict is likely to affect children, and she wants to help you minimize your children's distress. Nicole M. Burns, Attorney at Law is uniquely qualified to successfully handle all your family law needs and make sure your children's best interests are protected.

Call Our Reston Family Law Attorney

No matter what family law issues you are facing, you deserve a confident, supportive lawyer who will focus on achieving your goals and protecting your interests. Nicole M. Burns, Attorney at Law serves Northern Virginia from our offices in Reston. She is available for in-person or virtual consultations. Schedule yours today by contacting us online or by calling 703-373-4761.

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