Deciding how to fairly divide property and debt because of separation and divorce can be frustrating and complicated. Finding what assets and debts exist can be the most stressful part of the process. Every family is different in how it restructures and its need for financial security. We can review a couple’s financial situation and help decide how best to resolve these issues, no matter how simple or complex they may be.

Separating families are best served by appropriate support orders for spouses and children. But deciding what is an appropriate amount and length of family support can be difficult — especially because every family is different. With over 25 years of experience in handling family support issues, we can help clients work through to an appropriate resolution.

Restructuring your family because of separation or divorce can be challenging, emotional, and financially stressful-especially if a family member has special needs. Whether the special needs are physical, developmental, psychological, or something else, we understand that families need extra help, understanding, and expertise to come to the best resolution for now and for later.

There are many ways to resolve family law disputes. Whether its mediation, collaboration, traditional negotiation, or litigation, we are here to help our clients choose the best, and least intrusive, way to resolve their common disputes. Trained in Collaborative Family Law, we know that the best result is one that is lasting, not merely expedient.

Over the last fifty-years, Family Law has become more complicated and elaborate. Today, lawyers are faced with a complex web of state, federal and international laws, regulations, and practice. We are committed to helping other lawyers by sharing our expertise through seminars for legal professionals and judges throughout Kansas and the US, co-counsel participation, and consulting arrangements.

Whether spearheading legislative proposals to improve existing domestic relations laws, or helping draft new forms and procedures for courts and litigants, Ronald W. Nelson is an influential force behind many improvements in the law. We have high standards when contributing back to the legal field and take tremendous care in our contributions. We understand that laws are meant for the masses, but still affect the individual.