A family law problem is normally a traumatic time for the client. Whether it be in a divorce, a modification of a custody order, or an enforcement action of a visitation or child support order, the client is being pulled in different directions by their emotions. Anger, fear and uncertainty are but three. In such a situation we will do everything possible to not further inflame the passions of the parties so as to cause hard feelings, or more division between the parties.We will, however, aggressively represent our client's interests to protect them. We do not need to be rude or argumentative to do so. In fact, by experience we know the lawyers who cause the most tension by their behavior normally achieve the least results for their client. In so far as its is appropriate, we will urge our client to allow the other parent to have a say in the decisions affecting any children involved. We believe children who have both parents involved in their lives do better in the long run. Unfortunately, it is sometimes the fact, however, some parents have shown themselves incapable of the responsibility of raising a child. Their past decisions have shown them incapable of acting in the best-interests of the children. In such cases, we will act accordingly.We will always act professionally towards other lawyers. We will extend to them courtesies which we expect to be extended to us. We will do so regardless of the conduct of the other lawyers. We will, however, respond aggressively to any attempt by opposing legal counsel to intimidate our client, to take advantage of our client, or act in a manner which shows a lack of respect for not only our firm, but also the system itself.Our first loyalty is always to our client. We will always provide prompt, accurate and understandable advice and counsel to our client. We will treat the client with courtesy and politeness, and always act in a manner which will further the attorney-client relationship. As officers of the court, we have an obligation to have complete candor with the court. We will never misrepresent anything to the court for any reason or purpose. Our word is our reputation with the courts. Our clients benefit from our reputation of honesty with the courts.We practice law. We are not marriage counselors, psychologists, or friends with whom the client can have an over-the-backyard fence chat. We limit our counsel to legal matters. While some counsel may involve personal decisions and choices to be made by the client, the counsel is always based on our legal representation. We are first, last and always focused on the legal aspects of the client's life.We charge reasonable and necessary fees for the professional services we provide. We expect a client to timely and fully pay the fees charged. In the event their is a disagreement with the client as to the amount of the fee, we will work with the client to resolve the matter so as to least affect the attorney-client relationship. However, we believe we are entitled to payment for the services rendered. 