Choosing a Lawyer

One of the most important decisions to be made when going through a divorce is the choice of a lawyer. The other important decision is the process.

When you are choosing a lawyer, there are some important things to consider.

• Are you comfortable with your lawyer?
• Does he or she listen to you and understand you?
• Has your lawyer explained the various divorce processes available such as:
• The Kitchen Table divorce between you and your spouse
• Mediation
• Collaborative practice
• Litigation or negotiations between lawyers that may include going to court if the lawyer negotiations do not resolve the issues
• Have the potential costs of each of these options been explained to you?
• Have the basic principles of family law been explained as they relate to the particular facts of your situation?
• Has the lawyer asked about your goals and what is most important to you in this matter?