Max Stephenson focuses his practice on family law, helping clients navigate the legal, complex, and emotional challenges that come with major life changes. He works with individuals and families in matters involving divorce and legal separation, child custody and placement, paternity, post-judgment modifications, guardianships, and injunctions.
Max is known for his approachable style, creative thinking, and balanced advocacy. He listens closely to each client’s story, takes time to understand their goals, and develops practical, personalized strategies to help them move forward with confidence. He also has experience representing clients in LGBTQ+ family law matters and is passionate about creating inclusive, supportive representation for every family.
Max Assists Clients With
- Divorce and Legal Separation – Guiding clients through all stages of divorce or separation, including negotiation, mediation, and litigation.
- Child Custody and Placement – Advocating for parenting arrangements that serve the best interests of children while protecting parental rights.
- Paternity Actions – Assisting parents in establishing or challenging paternity and addressing related custody, placement, and support issues.
- Post-Judgment Modifications – Helping clients modify existing court orders related to custody, placement, support, or maintenance when circumstances change.
- Guardianships – Representing individuals and families in adult and minor guardianship matters.
- Injunctions and Restraining Orders – Providing representation in cases involving harassment, domestic abuse, or other protective order matters.
- Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements – Drafting and reviewing marital property agreements to protect clients’ interests before or after marriage.
- Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution – Facilitating fair, efficient resolutions outside of court when possible.
- LGBTQ+ Family Law – Offering inclusive representation in all family law matters, including same-sex marriage, parentage, and adoption.
