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Suffolk Family Law Attorney The Right Attorney Makes All The Difference

Suffolk Family Law Attorney

Representing Families with Experience and Compassion

Facing a family law matter is difficult, and the outcomes can impact many parts of your life. 

From a legal perspective, court rulings can have significantly affect property division, child custody, spousal support, and much more. On a personal level, legal decisions can take an emotional toll and drive a wedge between you and your loved ones. 

Family law issues affect your finances as well. You may be forced to spend more money than you have to satisfy a court’s decision. Poor representation can lead to a bad decision, meaning you must challenge a ruling. This situation causes fees to increase quickly. 

Most importantly, a legal struggle directly impacts your relationship with your family. Without proper legal guidance, you can lose the right to see your loved ones.

It takes a special legal professional to approach each family law matter with empathy and know-how. The Law Offices of Daniel J. Miller is equipped to help Suffolk residents dealing with complex family legal issues. 

With a demonstrated track record of success, our team understands the importance of handling each case with care, sensitivity, and professionalism. From divorce and custody battles to adoptions and domestic abuse cases, our firm is here to stand by your side and help your family achieve its best results.

To schedule time with our family lawyers, call our office at (757) 267-4949.

Divorce in Suffolk

Divorce can be an extremely emotional and complicated process, and our firm is here to offer top-notch legal guidance. 

We are here to help you reach a fair conclusion for your marriage dissolution.

Child Custody and Support

The court considers many factors when deciding on a child’s best interests. Such considerations include the parents' financial situation, living arrangement, and the child's relationship with each parent. 

Sometimes, disputes arise between parents, and they cannot reach a custody agreement. This is where our firm comes in. We are family law attorneys who provide knowledge guidance. Our goal is to make sure the kids are protected alongside both parents' rights.

Property Division

Fairly dividing assets such as homes, cars, and investments is a challenge. Even the most amicable negotiations are complex, and our team is here to help ensure that both parties receive an equitable resolution. 

Domestic Violence or Abuse 

Domestic violence refers to direct assault or battery among family members. This is a criminal act, and it may require police involvement.

Domestic abuse refers to behaviors that aren’t necessarily illegal, but they can still traumatize the victim. Examples include belittlement, humiliation, isolation, control, infidelity, and so on.

Our firm is prepared to handle either offense. We can help protect victims with restraining order requests, and we will work to make sure the abused spouse is fairly compensated in a divorce. The lawyers on our team are also prepared to defend you against false accusations, helping protect your rights.

Establishing Paternity in Suffolk

“Paternity” is the legal term for fatherhood. You can be a child’s biological father and still have no legal relationship with them. 

To gain your fathers’ rights, you must establish paternity. Doing so benefits both you and the child. Paternity often gives the child a sense of identity and belonging, and it allows them access to important benefits such as inheritance, health insurance, and Social Security benefits. 

For fathers, establishing paternity can grant custody or visitation rights. It also protects the relationship from others who would claim fatherhood. 

When it comes to paternity issues, our firm is here to guide your steps. Your case may involve genetic testing, negotiating with the other parent, and representing your interests in court. Paternity issues are sensitive and emotional, but with the right legal representation, you can navigate the process with confidence and peace of mind. 

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Read Our Client Testimonials

At The Law Offices of Daniel J. Miller, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.

    “Mr. James Weaver and his team are true professionals.”
    Mr. James Weaver and his team are true professionals. From the start, he was honest and straightforward. He always stayed positive with me and kept me calm when I thought everything was going horrible. Mr. Weaver got me the best outcome possible in my situation. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great lawyer.
    I hired Mr. Weaver for my family law issues.
    - S. Bohrer
    “Excellent Attorney!”

    Excellent Attorney!

    Daniel J. Miller is an absolute pleasure to speak with and conduct business with! Very intelligent, knowledgeable of the law, friendly, and professional! I was very pleased with the outcome of my case and will be hiring him for my future legal needs.
    I highly recommend Daniel J. Miller for your legal issues and needs.

    Don't let cost be a detractant, you get what you pay for. And Premium Representation comes with a premium cost, but is well worth it!

    - T. Neilan
    “I am forever grateful and will highly recommend him . Mr. Miller”
    I hired Mr. Miller initially for a bond hearing . I decided to retain his services for the case itself . I was facing two felony charges as well as a failure to appear charge . While there were witnesses that were able to identify me, I walked out of Virginia Beach Courthouse with only a misdemeanor thanks to Mr. Miller's representation . I work in the healthcare profession and expressed to Mr. Miller the importance of avoiding a felony charge and he made it happen. I am forever grateful and will highly recommend him . Mr. Miller will always represent myself as well as family members if need be in the future . Again thank you Mr. Miller for using your knowledge to keep me from being a convicted felon and also saving my career.
    - C. Dickens
    “The most professional courteous reliable and hard working Law Offices of Daniel J Miller.”

    Unfortunately I have had to use The most professional courteous reliable and hard working Law Offices of Daniel J Miller. Upon the arrival at the start of my case to the departure at the end of my case, Mr. Miller and Mr. Weaver from the start of consultation knew what I was up against and delivered more than I expected from any lawyer in Virginia to do for me. I had an on going custody battle and now have my son full time and out of harm's way. I am extremely pleased with the services I was provided. I HIGHLY recommend this firm if you want the best possible outcome for your case.

    - M. War
    “Dan is the man!”

    Got a referral from a friend. "Call this guy I heard he's good." With much skepticism I called.
    Dan did an excellent job for me. You will notice immediately he is smart, decisive, no nonsense and many more great qualities you want in a lawyer. It took very little time to see I just hired one of the best lawyers I've ever met.

    Professionally speaking, If you want somebody to tell you all the wonderful things that make you feel all fuzzy and warm its not Dan in my opinion.

    However, if you want a highly intelligent, brutally honest, focused, driven lawyer that will shoot straight every time AND go the extra mile to make sure no rock is left unturned... Dan is the man!

    - R. Wiseman

A Track Record of Success

  • Protective Order

    Our client's estranged wife had filed a protective order to prohibit him from having contact with her to gain exclusive use and possession of the home. We were successful in showing that she had motive to fabricate and that had consulted with an attorney regarding getting our client out of her house days before filing the request for a protective order.

  • Pre Litigation Defense – Rape

    Our client was the respondent of a protective order wherein the petitioner alleged that she was raped. She sought a two-year protective order and was seeking to have detectives assist in securing warrants against him. We suspect that the admissions made on cross-examination by the alleged victim at the hearing will prevent the Commonwealth from bringing any charges.

  • Protective Order

    Our client's estranged wife had filed a protective order to prohibit him from having contact with her to gain exclusive use and possession of the home. We were successful in showing that she had motive to fabricate and that had consulted with an attorney regarding getting our client out of her house days before filing the request for a protective order.

  • Driving Under the Influence 4th Offense– Bond Hearing

    Our client was charged with fourth offense driving under the influence. Based upon his age and pre-existing health conditions, we were able to show that jail was an unsafe place. Our client was released on house arrest conditioned upon his wearing SCRAM bracelet which tracks his location and ensures that he does not consume alcohol.

  • Violation of Protective Order – Appeal

    Our client was under a protective order to have no hostile contact with his family. The Commonwealth alleged that based upon several text exchanges that he had threatened his teenage children. Without the assistance of counsel, he received 90 days of active incarceration in lower Court. On appeal we were able to reduce his confinement to 24 hours – time served.

  • Breaking and Entering with Intent to Commit Misdemeanor

    Our client was charged with breaking and entering with intent to commit a misdemeanor, but the Commonwealth agreed to dismiss the charge at the preliminary hearing stage against our client who suffered severe and debilitating mental illness.

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