Divorce and Family Law
Our Court system, while undoubtedly one of the best in the world, can be difficult to navigate without an advocate who understands the intricacies of the law and the legal system. Since 1989, Attorney Thomas C. Kates has been helping his clients deal with the legal challenges of divorce, child custody proceedings, support and related matters. Attorney Kates is ready to help you acheive the best result possible in your divorce case. He will put his twenty- plus years of trial experience to work and aggressively protect your right to obtain a fair property settlement, and to see that your children's best interests are served.
Attorney Kates has a reputation of being not only a strong courtroom advocate, but also a compassionate counselor who will listen to your concerns and help you put together a plan that will meet your objectives in a cost-effective and timely manner. In many cases it is possible to resolve divorce and related issues through negotiation or alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation. Mr. Kates will work toward an out-of-court settlement whenever possible.