What should I plan to have prepared prior to my initial consult?

Not much is expected in preparation for your initial consultation. It's primarily about discussing the factual basis of your case to determine if you have a case and if the lawyer is a good fit. We aim to ensure you feel confident that we will prioritize your case and communicate effectively.

Do I need a lawyer if my divorce is uncontested?

A truly uncontested divorce is rare. It requires complete agreement on property division, legal rights, and support obligations for children. Hiring an attorney is advisable to ensure your court order is effective and enforceable.

Will I get attorney’s fees from my spouse or ex?

The Court may award attorney’s fees, and it’s common for community assets to cover these fees. Some cases involving children may mandate an award of attorney’s fees, but it is not guaranteed. Discuss the potential for an award with your attorney.

Should I file for divorce or conservatorship before my spouse?

Being the Petitioner in a case has benefits, including the opportunity to present your case first. If your spouse has already filed, it is important to seek competent counsel quickly to meet necessary deadlines.

Can I change lawyers if I already have a lawyer in place?

Yes, you have the right to choose your counsel at any time during a case. If your relationship with your current attorney has broken down, you should seek a replacement you trust. However, contractual obligations to your prior counsel remain intact.

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We understand that every family law case is unique, and we treat each client with the individual care and attention they deserve. Our team takes the time to listen to your needs and concerns, tailoring our legal strategy to best suit your situation. We are committed to being not just your legal advisors but also your supportive allies during these challenging times.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

What should I plan to have prepared prior to my initial consult?
- Not much is expected in preparation for your initial consultation. Consulting with an attorney is largely about discussing the factual basis of your case in order to determine if you have a case and if the lawyer is a good fit for it. Finding an attorney, especially one who will be handling critical matters for you and your family, can seem like a daunting task. However, we believe that your initial consultation with one of our attorneys will leave you confident that we will prioritize your case and communicate effectively.
Do I need a lawyer if my divorce is uncontested?
- A truly uncontested divorce is fairly rare. An agreement that the marriage should end does not equal an uncontested divorce. In order for a case to be uncontested, the parties must be in agreement about the division of every piece of property, which often requires disclosures that the parties do not have without the intervention of competent counsel. The parties must also be in absolute agreement about all of the legal rights, possession and access, and support obligations that the parties will accept for children of the marriage. Hiring an attorney to ensure that your court order is effective and enforceable is always worth the upfront investment.
Will I get attorney’s fees from my spouse or ex?
- It is always possible that the Court will award attorney’s fees to one party or the other and we typically always make that request to the Court. In a divorce, it is common for the community assets to cover attorney’s fees. There are some cases that relate specifically to children where an award of attorney’s fees is mandatory. However, it is never guaranteed. Speak to your attorney about the potential and likelihood of an award of attorney’s fees.
Should I file for divorce or conservatorship before my spouse?
- There are some inherent benefits to being the Petitioner in any case. You have the opportunity to put on your case first and sometimes that can help your attorney to put on your best case. If your spouse or ex has already filed, it is important that you reach out and obtain competent counsel quickly, so that you do not miss any necessary deadlines.
Can I change lawyers if I already have a lawyer in place?
- You have the absolute right to the counsel of your choice. Typically, you can choose to change your attorney at any point in time during a case. An attorney-client relationship is just that, a relationship. If the relationship with your current counsel has broken down for any reason, you should seek to replace that counsel with someone that you trust. It is important to note that any contractual obligations you have to pay your prior counsel are not terminated with a change of counsel.