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In Kansas, a criminal defense case can look very different depending on whether the person accused is a juvenile or an adult. Even when the allegation sounds similar, juvenile courts and adult courts tend to focus on different outcomes, which affects how a defense is built.

Child support arrears can create serious financial strain for both parents and children. Unpaid obligations can affect wages, credit, and even tax refunds. For Kansas families, intercepted federal or state tax refunds can come as an unexpected burden.

Divorce is often one of the most emotional and life-altering decisions a person can make. It can evoke feelings of loss, uncertainty, and frustration—especially when one spouse wants to move on while the other refuses to do so. Many people in Kansas find themselves in this exact position, wondering if they can still end their marriage even if their partner doesn’t consent.

When entering a marriage, there are a lot of considerations to make—financial, emotional, and personal. If you or your partner have valuable intellectual property (IP)—like patents, trademarks, or creative works—it’s important to consider how that property will be treated in the event of a divorce.

When it comes to child custody, the arrangements that work today may not always suit your family’s needs in the future. Life changes, children grow, and situations evolve—sometimes, it’s necessary to revisit and modify custody agreements with help from a custody attorney.

Mental health evaluations are an essential component of many criminal defense strategies, particularly in cases involving violent crime. Understanding how mental health assessments are conducted, how they impact legal proceedings, and how they can influence sentencing or verdicts is crucial for defendants and their families in complicated criminal cases.

Spousal support or maintenance, also known as alimony, is one of the most debated aspects of divorce. While many factors can influence the amount and duration of alimony, education level and career training are often overlooked by those unfamiliar with family law. In reality, these two elements can significantly shape the court’s decision.

One of the most misunderstood areas of divorce law is how it applies to retirement accounts and pensions. These assets often represent decades of hard work and careful planning.

We often advise clients on how to use a special needs trust to protect their beneficiary’s eligibility for programs like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid, while still providing for that person’s future.

As criminal defense attorneys, we work closely with those accused of these offenses to help them understand the law and fight the charges effectively.