Family law is one of the largest areas of law around the world. Family law has far-reaching effects on people and not just those directly involved in the court case. If you are going through a family law case, your family lawyer can answer most – if not all – of your questions regarding family law. Nevertheless, it is always a good idea to do some research on your own, if for no other reason than to have a greater understanding of procedures. That can be a valuable thing to bring to the table before, during, and after court proceedings. Take the time to read through this list of four things you should know about family law so that you can be more confident in the courtroom and at the conference table.