Information presented in this article is for informational purposes only and is not to be considered legal advice. Divorce suggestions in this article apply to divorce in the state of North Carolina.
With a few clicks of the mouse and a web search query for the keywords "questions to ask a divorce attorney", you will find thousands of results listed. Divorce is a well addressed topic, and suggested questions for divorce lawyers are numerous. In other words, there are hundreds of questions that one could possibly ask - from general to case specific. Assuming fees and general attorney experience questions have been answered, there are ten basic questions that your family law attorney should be able to address.
Initial consultation:
• What are my divorce options in the state of North Carolina?
• What are my options for avoiding a contentious trial?
• How long can I expect the process to take? How do you plan on handling my divorce case?
• How can I make the process easier?
• How and when can I contact you if I have questions or concerns? Are you willing to discuss my case with me over the phone? How long does it usually take you to return phone calls?
• What are the possible financial and tax implications of my divorce?
Before and during the proceedings:
• How can I contact you in case of an emergency? What constitutes an emergency?
• What can I expect? Based on what we have discussed, how do you see my case playing out in court?
After the trial and loose ends:
• Where can I find resources to help me move on with my life?
• How do we proceed with other matters stemming from the divorce?
The above questions provide a good foundation for communication between you and your divorce attorney. Most family law attorneys anticipate some variation of these questions. It is likely that you will have more specific questions related to your individual case. It is recommended that you write down any questions and concerns that you think of. so that your attorney can best serve you. There are no dumb questions, especially concerning legal matters that can impact your life.
The above article, "10 Questions to Ask Your Divorce Attorney" was written by Attorney Alesia M. Vick for the Law Offices of Alesia M. Vick. It should not be duplicated without expressed written permission from The Law Offices of Alesia M. Vick. |