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Going through a divorce can be a difficult experience for many individuals. For some people, when you factor in the emotional distress that divorce brings, the financial burden often associated with divorce and the legal requirements, which are sometimes directly linked to the emotional distress, the experience can be overwhelming. To help ease the burden, make sure you hire a family law attorney who is experienced, successful and will commit himself to your case. The following are five questions that can help you determine when you have a good family law attorney.
1.) Ask the lawyer if he has experience related to your case. Has handled divorce proceedings that involve custody battles, questions of child support or spousal support, or other unique circumstances. Some have broader financial concerns that must also be resolved in the divorce process. There is rarely any substitute for experience, so hiring an attorney with experience relevant to your case can be extremely beneficial.
2.) Ask the lawyer how they usually handle divorce cases. Do they go for mediation or do most of their cases get settled in court? This is also a good time to ask about the different types of divorce available and get advice on each.
3.) Building on the previous question, ask if the lawyer is a trained mediator or if they are trained in collaborative law.
4.) Ask whether the attorney you are speaking with will be responsible for negotiating the terms of the divorce or whether another attorney in the firm will be responsible. It’s always good to know who will be representing you, and sometimes the only way to know for sure is to ask questions.
5.) Lastly, ask if there are any ancillary services you may need such as accounting, other financial services, private investigators, etc. With the attorney handling your divorce case. Also ask if there are any other fees that were not mentioned in your discussion.
During your initial consultation, don’t hesitate to ask questions. Treat it as an interview of sorts so that you can leave their office feeling that you have a good idea of how they will handle your case and what you should expect throughout the process.
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