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Financial Considerations in a Divorce

Lately, a number of potential clients have come in to explore getting a divorce. Some were employed outside the home; some not. Some had high income wage-earning spouses. Some had well-paying job themselves. The common thread was that they had not co… Read More
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What is Appropriate Behavior by Your Attorney?

If your goal is a common sense, harmonious conclusion to your marriage and life beyond, then be certain you select a lawyer who shares that vision - all the time. Read More
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What Should I Bring to the First Meeting?

Many attorneys prefer to give tailored advice during the first meeting with a prospective client. This requires you to be prepared for that first meeting. If your prospective attorney has a website, study the materials regarding divorce on that websi… Read More
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Thinking of Doing Your Divorce Yourself? What Can Go Wrong?

It is enticing to think that you could save the money of paying lawyers to represent you in the divorce. Unfortunately, lawyers also have the reputation of stirring things up, so let’s keep it amicable and keep the lawyers out of it. What can g… Read More
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Feel Like You are Flying in a Cloud?

For some people, going through a divorce is like flying in a cloud. You can’t see anything. It’s frightening, especially when you realize you are the pilot of this craft. What to do? Get good advice. Divorce is a very difficult emotional… Read More
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Using On-Line Legal Services

There are increasing numbers of on-line services that advertise that they can help you divorce for a fraction of the cost that you will pay if you use a lawyer. They will often say that on-line divorces are great for couples who agree on the division… Read More
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Keeping Your Fees to a Minimum

Divorce is a very complicated process that can cost a lot, especially if the parties allow their emotions to govern their decision-making. Here are some cost-cutting ideas. Don’t use your attorney as your therapist. Most divorce lawyers are kno… Read More
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The “Good Divorce”: Clients MUST Be Full Partners with The Attorney

If your lawyer is honest, she or he will tell you at the first appointment that more than 98% of all divorce cases settle by negotiation or mediation. Knowing that you are all but certain to settle and not be involved in a trial of your issues, it ma… Read More
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Representing Yourself in a Divorce

Do you have to have a lawyer representing you in a divorce? Legally, people can represent themselves in civil court. Lets say your spouse and you have been talking about divorce and have agreed on the terms of a settlement. With the internet and the… Read More
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Why You Need a Good Negotiator as Your Lawyer

I often hear that potential clients want a “pitbull” or a “fighter” for their lawyer. This sentiment is often fueled by fear that if they are not meaner or stronger than their spouse or partner, that they will lose something i… Read More
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