Family Law

Clarity When You Need it Most

Family Law

Family law involves some of the most important and personal legal matters, including divorce, separation, child custody, parenting time, child support, spousal support, and property division.  These cases often touch every part of a family’s life—emotional, financial, and practical.  At the Law Office of Li-Shann Durst, we help individuals and families navigate Virginia’s family law system with clarity, compassion, and strategic guidance, always working toward outcomes that help you more forward with positive outcomes.

Attorney, Li-Shann Durst, focuses on alternative dispute resolution methods such as collaborative law, mediation, and negotiation to help families reach solutions that are family-focused, confidential, and efficient to avoid the combativeness and cost of courtroom litigation whenever possible.  Courtroom battles often escalate conflict, prolong resolution, and place a significant burden on families—both in legal fees and personal stress.  Alternative dispute resolution methods can help reduce costs while promoting more cooperative and sustainable outcomes.

Reasons to Resolve Family Matters Outside of Court:

  • Preserves Relationships
    Resolves issues in a respectful way—important for co-parents and extended families.

  • Child-Centered
    Keeps children out of conflict and focused on what matters most: their well-being.

  • Private and Confidential
    Avoids public court filings and keeps your family matters discreet.

  • Custom Solutions
    Agreements are tailored to your family’s specific needs—not a judge’s default orders.

  • Quicker Process
    Avoids court delays and moves at a pace that fits your family’s timeline.

  • Lower Cost
    Reduces legal fees, stress, and the financial burden of litigation.

  • Less Adversarial
    Promotes open communication and cooperation—not a win/lose mindset.

  • Voluntary and Respectful
    Everyone participates by choice, increasing commitment to the outcome.

  • Strengthens Co-Parenting
    Sets the stage for better communication and future cooperation.