Identifying Problems, Seeking Solutions
Problems with substance abuse and mental health often lead to the breakdown of marriages, neglect of children and criminal behavior. In many cases, substance abuse and mental health issues are the big secret that nobody in the family wants to talk about.
At Connolly & Shireman in Houston, we do not believe that remaining silent about these issues is a solution. If you have legal problems that are affected by a family member's — or your own — substance abuse or mental health issues, contact us to schedule an appointment with an experienced, understanding lawyer.
Making Sure the Core Issues Are Addressed
Substance abuse and mental health issues are much more prominent within the family and juvenile law systems than many people realize, particularly in contested child custody cases and cases involving allegations of juvenile delinquency.
At Connolly & Shireman, we believe that bringing substance abuse and mental health issues out into the open increases the chances of positive results, empowering our clients to feel more in control of their lives. Most people experience a sense of relief when the secret is finally brought out into the open.
Attorney W. Leslie Shireman is a former social worker who has been helping families in crisis for more than 15 years. Attorney William B. Connolly has been a pioneer at adapting health care techniques to help clients address the issues at the core of their legal problems.
Often, confronting a spouse or child with the evidence that he or she has a substance abuse or mental health problem is the most compassionate thing you can do for that person and the best way to relieve hostilities within the legal system. We are experienced at carefully handling these issues.
Getting Creative About Legal Resolutions
We regularly pursue a number of innovative legal approaches to dealing with substance abuse and mental health issues. For instance, we frequently craft parenting plans that safeguard children without being punitive toward parents who have troubles with addiction or mental health.
We are aware of the resources that are available to people who are addicted to alcohol, illegal drugs and prescription drugs, as well as people with psychological difficulties. In many cases, we can leverage these resources to find solutions to the legal issues.
To learn more about your options for dealing with substance abuse and mental health issues that arise in family and juvenile law cases, contact us.
