The outcome of a family law case and a criminal case arising out of the same facts and circumstances may directly, or indirectly, affect each other.  A Family Court judge will want to know the District Attorney’s position on a companion criminal case, to help make a determination regarding issues ranging from child visitation to abuse/neglect.  And although the District Attorney’s office may not have such an interest, it is advisable to keep your attorney (as well as the prosecuting attorneys) aware of what is going on in the other case.  Additionally, it is ideal to have the same attorney representing you on both cases if possible in an effort to consider all possible resolutions.