Legal Information

I have years of experience handling divorce, custody and child support cases. I also do guardianships, adoptions, termination of parental rights and Guardian ad litem matters. Whether it is a new case or a modification of an existing Order, I will represent you throughout the legal process.

Divorce

Rennie Phillips offers a holistic and compassionate approach to clients experiencing a divorce. She can help start the process for you or represent you after your partner files for divorce. Every family is unique and she strives to achieve an outcome that accommodates your particular situation. Rennie focuses on being respectful during this stressful time.

Even when “amicable”, a divorce can be a very stressful time in someone’s life. The legal details may be overwhelming, but having a compassionate attorney by your side is not only beneficial throughout the process but also for the realities afterwards. I feel strongly that part of my job as a divorce attorney is to…
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Custody

Rennie Phillips understands that a custody and visitation schedule can provide stability in families' lives. Whether pursuant to a divorce action or if you were never married to the parent of your child(ren), she can help you get a court order to ensure your relationship with your child(ren) is protected.

If you were never married to the other parent of your child(ren), you still have legal rights regarding custody, visitation and child support (unless something has occurred to impact your legal rights). Having a reliable and consistent Parenting Plan based on what is in the child(ren)’s best interests ensures that your rights are protected. In…
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Enforcement and Modification of Orders

Sometimes it is necessary to consult a lawyer when you or your former partner have ongoing conflicts or disagreements about the Decree of Divorce or Order Establishing Custody.

It is not unusual for Parties to have ongoing conflicts or disagreements about their Decree of Divorce or Order Establishing Custody. Ideally you and your former partner can resolve those matters without attorneys or court intervention, but sometimes it may be necessary to consult a lawyer. Depending on the conflict you may need the court…
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Adoptions

Adoptions are some of the most rewarding cases I handle. I have experience with step-parent adoptions and adoptions for same-sex marriages or partnerships.

Adoptions are exciting for families, lawyers, and the Courts! However, the circumstances surrounding an adoption vary with each family. You may be a step-parent wanting to adopt a child that you have raised and consider to be “your own”. You may have a newborn who was “gifted” to you by another family. If the newborn…
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Guardianship

Rennie Phillips can assist you in obtaining a guardianship that is suitable for your particular family's situation, whether it is temporary or permanent.

Wyoming law provides for different types of guardianships, and the laws can be a bit confusing. Some guardianships are temporary, while others are more permanent. Some guardians have limited authority for very specific purposes, such as taking a minor to the doctor or enrolling a minor in school. Determining which type of guardianship is right for…
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Guardian Ad Litem

Rennie Phillips has experience working as a Guardian ad litem ("GAL") in divorce and custody cases. The GAL spends time with any children involved in the matter, and gathers relevant information in order to make a custody recommendation to the court.

For custody cases, some courts in Wyoming require parties to retain an attorney who represents the best interests of the children. This attorney is called a Guardian ad litem, or GAL. The GAL spends time with the child(ren) and parents, interviews relevant sources (counselors, school teachers, family members) and makes a recommendation regarding custody, visitation,…
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