Focuses on mediation which is commonly preferred by separating couples in resolving various issues in a divorce agreement. Mediation hearings on neutral grounds; Attorney's role as an advocate who aims to reach an agreement; Mediator's function o...
Once you've decided to get divorced, the next step is deciding how to accomplish it. This includes whether you and your spouse can work together to achieve an amicable divorce, whether you'll use mediation, or whether you'll go through the court process
Luckily for me, she happened to be an attorney. She referred me to the man who would become my divorce attorney. I think he did an OK job, but there were so many things I didn’t know back then. Had I empowered myself—taken the time to really do my homework before making hiring ...
A good friend will ask if any thought has been given about a variety of things from child custody to division of assets as they go through the divorce process. Knowing what one wants for an outcome before hiring an attorney can help to expedite the process. Offer tips for keeping their sa...
about setting up a trust, and found out that it is not necessary at this time due to types and values of assets. That an attorney is willing to say "you don't need it" and thus give up potential income says a lot about his ethics. I would definitely refer others to this law firm...
It’s something you have a right to know and it’s better to find out this information before you hire an attorney. If the answer is “yes,” they have been the subject of a disciplinary action you may still want to hire the attorney. Do your research and then decide. Now ask ...
“This Is Your Family; You Need to Care for It” Ronald D. Ousky, Attorney, Edina, Minnesota: “I Have Limited My Practice to Mediation and Collaborative Divorce” James Pirrie, Attorney, London, England: “Litigation Will Soon Be Viewed as the Stranger Alternative to Resolve Family Disputes...
If custody is going to be an issue you will want someone who has handled child custody cases before. If there are significant assets to be distributed, such as a family business you will need an attorney that specialized in divorce cases involving business valuations. These are just two exampl...
If the lawyer is hired, the consultation should be part of the total fee. If not hired, of course, the client's "shopping expense" increases each time an attorney is consulted during the selection process. THE RETAINER No case should be undertaken without a retainer let 展开 年份: 2016 ...
2018 could be a big year for divorce thanks to Trump’s new tax plan 2) Be clear on what you will pay Ask up front what your attorney will charge you for their services. "That's where I see people make a mistake in the beginning, is they sign an engagement letter and don't ask...