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Finding Delaware Family-Law Help.

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How to evaluate counsel

Delaware has no state family-law board-certification program. Ask about actual Delaware Family Court caseload, contested custody trials, Chapter 7A/PFA experience, Melson Formula work, discovery, appeals, and mediation training. DSBA Family Law Section or AAML participation may be relevant but is not a guarantee.

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Free and reduced-cost help

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Court self-help

Family Court Resource Centers: New Castle 302-255-0300; Kent 302-672-1000; Sussex 302-855-7400. Staff can explain procedure and forms but cannot give legal advice.

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Consultation questions

  1. What result is realistic under each § 722 factor?
  2. Does the two-year modification rule apply?
  3. Will Chapter 7A affect mediation or custody presumptions?
  4. What evidence is admissible and worth obtaining?
  5. How are fees, retainers, experts, and trial days billed?

Dad Court Help provides educational information only — not legal advice. We are not attorneys. This information is specific to Delaware law but does not substitute for legal counsel. Consult a qualified Delaware attorney for your situation.

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