Family Law
- Prenuptial or Postnuptial Agreements
- Separation Agreements
- Annulments
- Contested Divorce/High Asset Divorce/Collaborative Divorce
- Spousal Support/Alimony
- Property Distribution
- Timesharing
- Child Support
- Third Party Interference
- Enforcement and Modification
- Alienation of Affection
- Neglect and Abuse
- Geographic Relocation
- Adoptions
- Wills
We at Cole Law Group understand that powerful human emotions are often involved in family law disputes. We offer sound counsel to our clients with regard to their options, take pride in our standards, and make every effort to minimize the mental anguish and financial drain that can occur with prolonged litigation (which is often exacerbated by third party interference). Without fail, our mission is to ensure the happiness and welfare of any children involved in a family issue. We therefore strive to give comfort and peace of mind to our client families by helping them to smoothly transition to the next stage of their lives while at the same time vigorously protecting their rights and interests.
Personal Injury
- Animal Attacks
- Catastrophic personal injury
- Class Action Lawsuits
- Drug Injuries/Drug Reactions
- Medical Malpractice
- Mass Transit Accidents
- Motor Vehicle Accidents (car, motorcycle, bike, watercraft, pedestrian)
- Nursing Home Abuse/Neglect
- Premises Liability
- Product Liability
- Workplace Injuries
- Wrongful Death
Personal injury law protects individuals who have had their quality of life compromised or who have incurred overwhelming expenses due to the negligent acts of another party. Cole Law Group handles various types of personal injury cases as referenced in the above list. We offer a free initial evaluation to determine whether or not you, the potential client, has a viable case that may result in proper compensation. As always, our firm is dedicated to providing individual attention, close communication, and vigorous representation. We take pride in preserving the dignity and rights of our client.
Contracts/Agreements
- Business Contracts
- Deal Negotiations
- Buying/Selling a business
- Contracts Waivers and Business Documents
- Sale of Ownership Interest
- Shareholder Agreements
- Acquisition Agreements
- Sale/Lease Contracts
- Employment Contracts
- Non-compete/Non-disclosure Agreements
- Breach of Contract
- Contract Disputes
- Business Litigation
Contractual agreements are the cornerstone of our free enterprise system and cover a wide-range of personal and business matters. A contract is a legally enforceable agreement between two parties (individuals, businesses, or an individual and a business). It can be simple or complex, but must always contain three basic components: the offer, the consideration, and the acceptance. When one party fails to perform under an existing contract, the party is said to be in breach of contract and a lawsuit for money damages or specific performance might ensue. Contract disputes can be stressful, time-consuming, and result in burdensome legal fees. Seeking sound counsel from an attorney who is experienced in contract review and drafting is the best way to head off potential disputes before they begin. At Cole Law Group we will use our business and legal expertise to assist our clients in drafting solid written contracts or in protecting their rights through negotiation, arbitration, or litigation if complications should arise from a previous contractual agreement.
Appellate Law
- Criminal Appeals
- Commercial Litigation Appeals
- Contractual/Business Appeals
- Family Law Appeals
- Medical Malpractice Appeals
- Personal Injury Appeals
- Original Proceedings
- Amicus Briefs
Typically, all criminal or civil cases are initially heard at the trial court level. After a verdict is rendered from the trial court, a dissatisfied party to the case can consider appealing to a state or federal appellate court. An appellate attorney will review trial records, analyze case law, and draft briefs in order to persuade appellate courts to overturn lower court decisions or change the interpretation of statutory law. Mr. Cole’s experience as a federal judicial assistant afforded him unique insight into how appellate judges actually decide cases and how the appellate court system is administered. His research and creative/analytical thinking skills, his persuasive writing ability, his practical knowledge of numerous substantive areas of the law, and his oral advocacy skills qualify him to zealously represent clients throughout the appeals process.