Divorce Case Evaluation

Whether it was your idea, or if you were just handed papers, a divorce case evaluation with a lawyer will be able to guide you through the process and let you know your rights.

No matter how amicable your situation may be, it's important to have an attorney working on your side to protect the rights of you (and your children) to ensure that you understand the legalities of your decisions.

Ensure that you hire a seasoned attorney—there IS a difference between an actual "divorce" attorney and a lawyer whom has simply dealt with a divorce cases before.

A divorce touches the most significant areas of your life, so you want someone with experience to handle it. Interview several attorneys, and choose the one in which you feel the most confidence.

Once you have selected your lawyer, they will want to arrange a meeting to discuss your options. Be aware that there will be several tough questions—you need to answer all of t hem openly and honestly.

The lawyer needs to know everything about your marriage: assets, spouse's assets, expenses, children, and several other issues. To help out with the case, you should arrive with a list of questions, such as:

• How much experience do you have in divorce law?

• Should I negotiate, or take my case to trial?

• What are your fees, and billing procedures?

• How can I ensure that my children are protected?

By arranging a divorce case evaluation, you will be able to initiate the process with a well-written petition. This document notifies the court that a divorce is being initiated, and also informs the court of what you are seeking, such as child support and division of your marital property.

If you are responding to a petition that was filed by your spouse, your lawyer will file a paper which will admit or deny any allegations that are contained in your spouse's petition.

At this time, your lawyer can also file a counterclaim or cross-petition, where you can raise issues that your spouse did not include in their petition.

Other facets of divorce cases—temporary orders, discovery, and settlement—all happen before your case actually goes to trial. If you have a good case, you should find a lawyer to guide you through the process and look out for your interests.

By having a divorce case evaluation, you will have a better outcome. Without a detailed case evaluation, you will be going in to a trial without ammunition.

If you are heading for a divorce and want a Free case evaluation, click on the graphic below or fill out the form above for more information.