Adoption is the creation of a new parent-child relationship, and it is welcomed by the courts. It is both a legal and emotional process, and our lawyers can help you with the legal process as you focus on your new family.

Family law encompasses a variety of legal issues and disputes that affect individuals. Divorce and conflicts with regard to children and property are areas in which the attorneys at Stevens & Brand can explain your rights under the law and help you make informed decisions to resolve disputed issues.

When a minor or an adult becomes incapacitated (or incompetent) due to an accident, disability, disease, or old age, it may be necessary to appoint a guardian or conservator to care for them. This enables someone to make important decisions for a minor or incapacitated person, including those involving property, finances, or child care. The attorneys at Stevens & Brand will guide you through the appointment process, the duties and obligations of a guardian or conservator, and the annual status hearing with the court.

In Kansas, a Child in Need of Care (CINC) is a child under 18 who is not receiving adequate care or supervision, or who has been abused, neglected, abandoned, or truant.

A paternity law case is a civil proceeding in family court to establish paternity of a child. The mother, alleged father, or the state can file a paternity case. The outcome of a paternity case can determine child support, parenting time, and custody.