Adoption & Guardianship

Theresa McGehee specializes in adoption and guardianship law, guiding families through complex legal processes to establish permanent and lawful parental relationships. Her practice involves handling all types of adoptions, including private, agency, stepparent, and foster care adoptions, ensuring that all legal requirements are met and that the best interests of the child are prioritized. She also assists clients with guardianship matters, helping individuals establish legal authority to care for minors or incapacitated adults, which can involve navigating court proceedings, drafting necessary legal documents, and providing advocacy to protect vulnerable individuals’ rights. Theresa’s approach emphasizes compassionate guidance and meticulous attention to detail to achieve positive outcomes for her clients.

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divorce

In the area of divorce law, Theresa McGehee provides comprehensive legal services aimed at helping clients navigate the often emotional and complex process of ending a marriage. Her practice includes not only the dissolution of marriage but also related issues such as child custody and visitation, child and spousal support, property division, and prenuptial agreements. Theresa advocates for her clients’ best interests while striving for amicable resolutions whenever possible, but she is also prepared to litigate fiercely when necessary to protect her clients’ rights. Her focus is on delivering personalized solutions tailored to each family’s unique circumstances, with an emphasis on minimizing conflict and ensuring a fair settlement.

 

DUI & DRUG CHARGES

Theresa McGehee also has extensive experience defending clients facing DUI and drug-related charges. She understands the serious implications these charges can have on an individual’s personal and professional life and approaches each case with a strategic and thorough defense. Her services encompass challenging probable cause for arrest, scrutinizing field sobriety and blood alcohol tests, and negotiating plea deals or dismissals when appropriate. Theresa aims to protect her clients’ rights throughout the criminal justice process, ensuring that procedures are followed correctly and that her clients receive fair treatment under the law. Her goal is to minimize the potential penalties and work toward the best possible case outcomes.

 

CRIMINAL LAW

Theresa McGehee’s criminal law practice encompasses a broad range of criminal defense issues beyond DUI and drug charges. She defends clients accused of crimes such as assault, theft, vandalism, and other misdemeanors and felonies, providing vigorous representation from initial arrest through trial and appeals if necessary. Her approach involves a detailed review of each case’s facts, identifying legal flaws, and building a strong defense strategy. Theresa aims to protect her clients’ constitutional rights and advocate for reduced charges or dismissals whenever possible. Her dedication to criminal law is rooted in her commitment to justice and ensuring her clients receive fair and competent legal representation.