Business Details
36 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law Attorney in Wichita, KS
Since 1990, David A. Hawley P.A has provided personalized family law representation to clients in Wichita and surrounding areas. With over 25 years of experience, our firm specializes in divorce, child custody, and child support matters, combining aggressive advocacy with ethical standards. We prioritize client welfare through principled negotiations and thorough understanding of Kansas family law. Our practice focuses on minimizing disruption to clients' lives while securing favorable outcomes through settlements or litigation.Recognized for professional excellence, including a Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished Peer Review Rating, we maintain a commitment to transparency, sensitivity, and results-driven legal counsel. Our team's expertise extends to complex family law issues, including contested divorces, custody disputes, and child support modifications.
Services
Uncontested Divorce
Divorce
Child Support
Child Custody
Legal Separation
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of family law experience since 1990
- Our attorney holds a Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished Peer Review Rating
- We provide personalized legal strategies for complex family matters
- Our practice combines aggressive courtroom representation with ethical standards
- We maintain a 5.0/5.0 client satisfaction rating from 100+ reviews
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished Peer Review Rating
What people say
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Services
Uncontested Divorce
Our uncontested divorce services help couples dissolve marriages amicably through principled negotiations. We focus on resolving property division, alimony, and parenting plans without court intervention. With over 25 years of experience, we ensure fair settlements while minimizing emotional stress and legal costs for clients seeking cooperative resolutions.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients' parental rights in custody disputes and parenting plan negotiations. Our practice handles joint custody arrangements, visitation rights, and modification requests with sensitivity to family dynamics. We represent clients in court proceedings and mediation to establish custody arrangements that prioritize children's best interests while protecting parental relationships.
Child Support
Our child support services include establishing initial orders, modifying existing arrangements, and enforcing payment compliance. We ensure accurate financial disclosures and advocate for fair determinations based on Kansas guidelines. We assist clients with adjustments for special needs, educational expenses, and changes in financial circumstances through court proceedings or negotiated settlements.
Divorce Litigation
We represent clients in contested divorce proceedings involving complex property division, spousal support, and custody battles. Our litigation approach combines courtroom experience with strategic preparation to protect clients' interests. We handle emergency divorces, contested proceedings, and trials while maintaining focus on long-term client objectives and post-divorce stability.
Legal Separation
We provide legal separation services for couples seeking structured arrangements without terminating marriage. Our services cover custody, support, and property division orders that maintain legal protections while allowing couples to remain married for religious or financial reasons. We ensure comprehensive documentation of separation terms with potential future divorce considerations.
People
David A. Hawley P.A
Attorney
David A. Hawley P.A has practiced family law in Kansas since 1990. Admitted to the Kansas Bar Association, he specializes in divorce, child custody, and support matters. With over 25 years of experience, he combines aggressive advocacy with ethical standards, maintaining a 5.0/5.0 client rating and Martindale-Hubbell recognition for professional excellence.
Questions
What types of family law cases do you handle?
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, legal separation, and name changes. Our practice focuses on both contested and uncontested matters.
How long does a typical divorce process take?
Uncontested divorces typically take 30-60 days. Contested cases vary depending on court schedules and complexity, with our attorney working to resolve matters efficiently while protecting client interests.
Can child custody arrangements be modified?
Yes, custody arrangements can be modified when there's a material change in circumstances affecting the child's best interests. We help clients petition for modifications based on new evidence or changed conditions.
How are child support payments determined?
Child support follows Kansas guidelines considering both parents' incomes, custody arrangements, and children's needs. We ensure accurate financial disclosures and advocate for fair determinations in court.
What payment options are available?
Payment options are discussed during initial consultations. We offer flexible arrangements while maintaining transparent billing practices for all legal services provided.
