Family Law

Family distress may be the most excruciating kind there is.  Conflict between spouses or parents or between parents and children stirs emotions and concerns that may feel overwhelming.  An experienced family lawyer with compassion and a cool temperament is necessary to guide those in the midst of conflict through the challenges and obstacles and into a position of stability and predictability.

Matthew E.P. Thornhill served many years as a judge in the Family Court, presiding over trials and participating in settlement conferences.  He thoroughly understands the family law statutes and how they are applied.  He also prosecuted crimes of domestic violence during his years as a prosecutor, and so he is sensitive to the effects of abusive and broken relationships.    

A variety of issues are litigated in family court: divorce, legal separation, paternity, child custody and visitation, and modification of existing court orders.  Matthew E.P. Thornhill has years of experience in each of these matters, and as your advocate, he can counsel and lead you through your conflict and help you protect what is most important to you.  If you are preparing to divorce or file another family court action and you believe it will be resolved amicably without lawyers, Matthew E.P. Thornhill can still assist you so as to insure your agreement is enforceable and no important details are overlooked.  Call him today for a consultation and put his knowledge and experience to work for you.