Practice Areas

Areas We Practice

Divorce
Divorce

Deciding to end a relationship is never easy, and dealing with the issues that arise during a divorce can be challenging. During the process of ending your marriage, you are likely to need the guidance and advice that only an Albany divorce lawyer may be able to provide. Together, you can work toward a resolution that allows you to put the matter behind you and move on to a new chapter of your life.

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child-custody
Child Custody

When you are involved in a child custody case, you want to do everything in your power to achieve the best possible result. The first step down the path toward that result is making sure that you have a skilled Albany child custody lawyer, experienced in these matters, by your side counseling and advocating for you and your child(ren). At The Colwell Law Group, LLC, our experienced family attorneys have been representing parents in these matters since 2005.

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family-law
Family Law

Many family law matters result from the break-up of a relationship. Individuals, whether married or not, often form intimate relationships that may deteriorate for one reason or another over time. When the separation of a couple occurs, these individuals may be faced with various issues. Our family law attorneys in Albany could help.

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alimony
Alimony

Alimony, or “maintenance,” is the ongoing payment that one spouse makes to another during or after divorce. It is designed to help the lower-earning spouse through the divorce period or through the remainder of their life. The Albany alimony lawyers at Colwell Law Group ensure that our clients’ best interests are preserved, whether that means receiving an adequate amount or coming to a reasonable agreement in terms of the payment they must provide.

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child-support
Child Support

Every parent has an obligation to financially support their child. When a relationship ends, this duty continues and you will need to decide who will pay for your child’s care, health insurance, school tuition, and other expenses. When you are a non-custodial parent, the court will order you to make child support payments that ensure your child’s welfare.

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domestic-violence
Domestic Violence

Whether you’ve been abused or accused of abuse, any situation involving domestic abuse requires immediate action. Find an attorney with the legal knowledge to respond swiftly and properly to help avoid any further damage.

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domestic-violence
adoption
Adoption

The adoption process may seem like a confusing maze of legal requirements that can vary according to your circumstances. The type of adoption you are seeking also has a bearing on the procedures you must follow. An experienced and knowledgeable Albany adoption lawyer could be vital to your ability to initiate and finalize this process.

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marital-agreements
Marital Agreements

Financial disagreements are one of the most common causes of separation and divorce. If you take the time to enter into a marital agreement with your spouse or fiancé, you may be able to avoid these problems in the future. An Albany marital agreements lawyer could assess your situation and help draft a contract that protects you and your assets.

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Marital Agreements

What Our Clients Say About Colwell Law Group

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When I first became separated, I hired a pit bull attorney so I could get back at my ex, who had wronged me. Unfortunately, the pit bull was a pit bull, but only to me and not my ex. My...
- Alan
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I retained Kevin Colwell during what was the worst period of my life to date. We started on what should have been a simple custody petition that instead turned into a chaotic mess. Kevin and his staff were able to...
- Steve
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Mary drafted a prenuptial agreement for my husband and me that was fair and agreeable to both of us. My husband waived his right to legal counsel so Mary, my attorney, could cater solely to my interests while disregarding his....
- Beth
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Mary was sensitive and helpful in guiding me through a mediated separation and subsequent divorce. She kept me informed throughout the process and attended to the details well without unnecessarily running up her billable hours. She brought issues to mind...
- Phil
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I have hired Mary for multiple purposes in the past few years for everything from family law issues to traffic violations. Every time, I feel like I am the most important client, even if it’s just a traffic ticket. The...
- A. Roberts
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Mary Colwell was recommended through a friend who had recently just gone through a divorce. When we met for our first consultation, I was amazed at how efficient, sympathetic, and realistic she was in dealing with my initial situation and...
- Roger

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Serving Albany And The Entire Capital District

At the Colwell Law Group, our number one priority is always our clients. The members of our team have decades of combined experience in negotiating and trying family law cases. We are able to use our experience and our knowledge of the courts and New York family law to act as advocates for our clients. Our lawyers are dedicated to serving our clients’ best interests while also allowing them to feel heard and understood. We want to ensure that they trust us and understand why we do what we do. Colwell Law has numerous attorneys who are experienced in Family Law that can help put you at ease.

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Syracuse Office
The Colwell Law Group, LLC
One Park Place 300 S. State, Syracuse, NY 13202
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+1 315-284-5770
Albany Office
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200 Great Oaks Blvd  Suite 224,  Albany,  NY  12203
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+1-518-203-1592
Saratoga Springs Office
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513 Broadway Saratoga Springs,  NY  12866
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+1-518-213-2841
Rochester Office
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1160 Pittsford Victor Road 1st and 2nd floor, Suite K1-3 Pittsford New York 14534
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+1-585-946-8729