what to ask in chosing a divorce lawyer

by Dr. Eli Gorczany Sr. 8 min read

Ten Questions to Ask a Divorce Attorney
  • Do you specialize in divorces, or are divorces just a part of your practice? ...
  • What is your strategy for my case? ...
  • How long do you take to return phone calls? ...
  • Will anyone else in your office be working on my case? ...
  • How will you charge me?

What are the best questions to ask a divorce lawyer?

Feb 26, 2021 · When you are having the first meeting with a divorce lawyer, you should ask the following 10 questions in order to get a better idea of how your relationship will be with your lawyer and law firm. Do you specialize in divorce law, and if not, how much of the practice is dedicated to it? What is your strategy for the case?

What qualities make a good divorce attorney?

Dec 11, 2014 · According to the divorce lawyers of Cordell & Cordell, here is just a sampling of divorce questions to ask they think every prospective client should have in mind: How many cases do you handle at any one time? This should give you some inclination as to whether the attorney has the time to devote to your case. Have you handled cases like mine?

How do I find a good divorce attorney?

This is an important question for two reasons. First, it will test the divorce attorney's knowledge and experience of the divorce process and divorce law. Second, it will educate you on what specifically the attorney can and will do with you to help mitigate the costs. Do not settle for a generic answer.

Can anyone recommend a good divorce lawyer?

Oct 18, 2017 · Here are several questions to ask when seeking a divorce lawyer: 1. Does the lawyer practice only family law? Lawyers gain experience in the law through handling cases and assisting clients. An attorney who focuses his or her practice solely on family law will have more experience and knowledge in this area than an attorney who merely “dabbles.”

Do They Exclusively Practice Family Law?

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As long as an attorney has a law degree, they can generally claim to be a “divorce lawyer.” However, all attorneys have varying degrees of experience possibly in a number of different practice areas. The best attorney for you should have extensive experience in family law, and particularly, divorce. If you have children, you’ll also …
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Have They Been Licensed in Your State For Very Long?

  • Just like anyone, attorneys can move around during their careers, and some are even licensed in multiple states. So even though a lawyer might have a lot of experience in divorce law, it might have come in a different jurisdiction. This is significant since laws can vary substantially at the local level. Make sure you hire an attorney well-versed in the regulations in your area who has ha…
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Do They Have Courtroom Experience?

  • Ideally, you and your ex-spouse will come to a fair settlement outside of court. Divorcing amicably can help save time, money, and heartache, but it’s possible you’re going to need to fight things out in court. In that case, you need an attorney with courtroom experience who can help you get the best outcome possible.
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Will You Get Along?

  • This is an intangible consideration, but important nonetheless. Whoever you hire to represent you is a person you’re going to be spending a lot of time with and working very closely with. It’s very important that you hire someone whose personality and values you match with. You’re not hiring a friend or even necessarily someone you want to grab a drink with, but the more you get along th…
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