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Most People Don’t Call a Family Lawyer Because They Want To.
They call because something has already changed… or is about to.
Maybe a conversation turned into the word divorce.
Maybe you’re worried about time with your kids.
Maybe you’re being asked to agree to terms that don’t feel fair — and you’re not sure what happens if you sign.
By the time most people seek legal guidance, they’re overwhelmed, emotional, and afraid of making a mistake they can’t undo.
That’s where Charlie Shane steps in.
Before any strategy is built, we take the time to understand you, your background, what led here, what matters most, and what risks need to be addressed now so they don’t become problems later. Then we begin gathering the facts, reviewing the details, and building a path forward designed to protect what matters.
When Your Family, Finances, and Future Are on the Line, Get Answers Before You Make the Wrong Move
Family law issues can affect, your relationship with your children, financial stability for years to come, your home, assets, and retirement. Your ability to move forward with certainty instead of conflict. Without the right guidance, people often agree to arrangements they later regret, because they didn’t fully understand their options.
Divorce Representation Divorce is more than paperwork it’s a major life transition. Whether contested or uncontested, divorce is a major transition. We guide you through each step with a focus on protecting your rights, finances, and long-term stability.
Child Custody & Visitation: Nothing matters more than your relationship with your child. We work to establish arrangements that protect parental rights while supporting your child’s best interests.
Child Support & Modifications: Support must reflect real life. We help ensure calculations, enforcement, or modifications are handled properly when circumstances change.
Property Division: From homes to retirement accounts to business interests, dividing assets can be complex. We advocate for fair distribution while safeguarding what you’ve built.
Family Court Disputes: When conflicts escalate, you need steady representation prepared to protect your position and bring clarity to emotionally charged proceedings.
Post-Judgment Modifications: Life changes. Court orders sometimes need to change with it. We help pursue adjustments when circumstances materially shift.
Alimony & Financial Support: Spousal support decisions can shape your financial future. We develop strategies focused on economic fairness and stability.
What You Gain From Your Consultation
This is not a sales meeting. It’s a working session designed to give you clarity. You’ll leave understanding:
What your situation really looks like legally
What risks you need to address now
What options you may not realize you have
What the next smart step should be, whether that’s action or patience
How to protect yourself before decisions become final
You Don’t Have to Navigate This Alone — But Timing Matters
The earlier you understand your position, the more choices you have.
Waiting often limits options. Getting informed expands them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Really Need a Lawyer If My Divorce Is “Uncontested”?
Even amicable divorces involve legally binding agreements that affect your finances, property, and parenting rights for years to come. An attorney ensures nothing is overlooked and that the terms are fair, enforceable, and protect you long-term, not just today.
How Is Child Custody Decided?
Courts focus on the best interests of the child, considering factors like stability, parenting involvement, living arrangements, and the ability of each parent to provide care. Having legal guidance helps present your role and protect your relationship with your child.
What Happens to Our Property and Assets?
Marital assets — including homes, retirement accounts, businesses, and even debts, must be divided according to state law. Proper legal strategy helps ensure everything is identified, valued correctly, and divided equitably.
Can Child Support or Alimony Be Changed Later?
Yes. If there is a significant change in income, employment, or life circumstances, support orders can often be modified. However, modifications require court approval — they don’t happen automatically.
Testimonials
I had full custody of my daughter for 3 years in Florida. The mother and mother’s family lives in the Washington state. I was always nice and let them visit my daughter in Florida. But I let my daughter go with the grandmother for a vacation up to Washington and they decided to keep ( kidnap ) my daughter. I begged them for a year to return my daughter. I then hired a lawyer in Florida and paid a lot of money to the Florida lawyer to try to get my daughter back. But then the case went to Washington and I needed an attorney there and Mr. Shane was highly recommended. So I hired Charlie and he did an amazing job! He has very fair prices and he works very hard and is very experienced and talented. During our 8 hour evidentiary hearing, Charlie lays out the facts and also caught the mothers side in a lot of lies. The outcome was that Mr Shane GOT ME FULL AND SOLE PERMANENT CUSTODY OF MY DAUGHTER!!!! I was so happy I cried! And guess what else Charlie got me........? He also got all my attorneys paid for by the other party! So not only did Mr. Charlie Shane get me my daughter back. But He got all my legal fees paid for!!!! Charlie hit a grand slam and my daughter wouldn’t be sitting next to me right now in Florida if it wasn’t for Charlie and how hard work. I highly highly highly recommend Mr. Shane and if myself or any of my family needs a lawyer, I am recommending him. He’s the best I’ve seen in action!
Wyatt
I would recommend Charlie without a second thought in a heart beat. He made my fiance feel safe in knowing that no more time with his son would be stolen by someone full of hate. He was Johnny on the spot whenever we needed him with answers that made an incredibly stressful situation less stressful. My fiance's time with his child had been walked all over for years due to affordability concerns until we met Charlie. He is incredibly reasonable and understands the importance of time with family and not always being able to afford to fight for what is right. He made state of the art work affordable. I couldn't recommend a better person to fight for you and your family. Every time we needed him I knew he'd be there with a guiding hand that lead us to fairness, clarity and justice. At the end of the day we can now rest assured that our family time is our family time and nothing can disrupt it. He continues to be a great, incredibly knowledgeable support system that we can always count on in a time of question or concern. I will never be able to thank Charlie enough.
Carrie
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