How to Deal with Your Divorce Lawyer

It is important to keep the following considerations in mind when dealing with your lawyer in your Family Law case and divorce matter. Good communication and staying focused on the well-being of your family is key to a less painful divorce process.

1. Always be child-focused and think of the future of your family.  It will likely save you money.

2. You hire your family lawyer to assist you in your matter.  You want the best possible results at a reasonable cost.  Remember to stay focused on the “big picture” (ie. custody/access, child/spousal support and property division).  Do not get hung up on the small details that may not have any impact on the “big picture”.   The longer you argue, the more it costs.

3.  You want your lawyer to be objective and not involved emotionally.

4. Your family lawyer is not a psychiatrist / psychologist.

5. Your lawyer has many clients that all need his/her attention.  It is important to recognize that your divorce lawyer may have time constraints in other matters.

6. When your family law attorney asks for documentation or information, it is in your interest to provide him/her with same asap.

7. Be involved in your case and assist the divorce attorney as much as possible.  It is always helpful to provide them with an organized document brief and a history of your family law matter or important facts with respect to your divorce case.

By paying attention to these points, you can potentially save time and money and achieve a desirable resolution in your divorce proceedings.