The following material is intended to answer some of your questions about divorce proceedings in general. It’s not intended to answer specific questions about your particular case, since each case is different.
The dissolution of a marriage is almost always a traumatic experience. Although we’re not behavioral specialists, we try to relieve your anxiety by assisting in solving the problems that you face during this case.
For us to properly represent you, it’s necessary for you to give us all the facts concerning your case. We must also know your wishes. Withholding information from your lawyer may affect the outcome of your case, so we advise you to be completely candid with us. Remember that a confidential relationship exists between the attorney and client. We welcome your viewpoints.
We want to stress that although we’ll counsel and advise you throughout the case, only you can make the final decisions regarding your case. Our experience has shown that most divorce cases are settled, which means the parties reach an agreement that is placed on the court’s record. NEVER AGREE TO SOMETHING YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND OR SOMETHING YOU FEEL YOU ARE FORCED TO AGREE TO. YOUR CONSENT TO AN AGREEMENT MUST BE VOLUNTARY, AFTER CONSULTATION WITH YOUR ATTORNEY. After an agreement is placed on the record, it is extremely difficult and sometimes even impossible to change it.
Finally, as your representatives, we’re here to advise and inform you, cite the options and alternatives available to you, process your divorce matter, assist you in decision making, and cooperate with you in attempting to obtain the best possible results on your behalf.