Divorce and Family Law

One of the primary focuses of The Odorisi Law Firm is Divorce and Family Law. Our attorneys have substantial experience in a variety of Family Law matters including divorce, custody, child support, relocation, modifications, separation and related matters in both trial level and appellate courts.

Divorce and Separation

The breakup of the family unit involves significant legal and financial issues and requires the assistance of legal counsel. The Odorisi Law Firm offers both an affordable and conciliatory approach (see "Collaborative Law") to divorce and separation, and where appropriate, the experience of trial and appellate counsel who are ready to maximize the likelihood of success in contested matters requiring judicial resolution.

Child Support Collection and Modifications

Whether you are pursuing collection of child support or defending such an application, legal counsel is often needed to increase the likelihood of a just result for your children. Chasing an evasive non-paying parent is often challenging, particularly where income is hidden, off the books or the payer is self-employed. The Odorisi Law Firm stands ready to assist in you in such child support matters.

Custody and Visitation

There is nothing more important in a divorce or family court case than the custody of the children or the right to periods of residency and/or visitation with your children. These matters are often hard fought and fraught with emotion. Legal counsel is absolutely critical in this process. Let one of the attorneys at The Odorisi Law Firm explain the process, your options, the likely results and represent you so that the matters can be brought to swift and just resolution.

Family Court

The Odorisi Law Firm practices regularly in Family Court in Monroe County, as well as Livingston, Wayne, Ontario, Genesee and other surrounding counties. Without legal counsel, and despite the best efforts of court staff, the process is often overwhelming and produces disappointing results. Please contact The Odorisi Law Firm to schedule an affordable flat fee consultation with one of our Family Law attorneys to discuss your case and the probable results.

Statement of Client's Rights

You are entitled to be treated with courtesy and consideration at all times by your lawyer and the other lawyers and personnel in your lawyers office.
You are entitled to an attorney capable of handling your legal matter competently and diligently, in accordance with the highest standards of the profession. If you are not satisfied with how your matter is being handled, you have the right to withdraw from the attorney-client relationship at any time (court approval may be required in some matters and your attorney may have a claim against you for the value of services rendered to you up to the point of discharge).
You are entitled to your lawyer's independent professional judgment and undivided loyalty uncompromised by conflicts of interest.
You are entitled to be charged a reasonable fee and to have your lawyer explain at the outset how the fee will be computed and the manner and frequency of billing. You are entitled to request and receive a written itemized bill from your attorney at reasonable intervals. You may refuse to enter into any fee arrangement that you find unsatisfactory. In the event of a fee dispute, you may have the right to seek arbitration; your attorney will provide you with the necessary information regarding arbitration in the event of a fee dispute, or upon your request.
You are entitled to have your questions and concerns addressed in a prompt manner and to have your telephone calls returned promptly.
You are entitled to be kept informed as to the status of your matter and to request and receive copies of papers. You are entitled to sufficient information to allow you to participate meaning fully in the development of your matter.
You are entitled to have your legitimate objectives respected by your attorney, including whether or not to settle your matter (court approval of a settlement is required in some matters).
You have the right to privacy in your dealings with your lawyer and to have your secrets and confidences preserved to the extent permitted by law.
You are entitled to have your attorney conduct himself or herself ethically in accordance with the Code of Professional Responsibility.
You may not be refused representation on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin or disability.