What are the best times to contact a divorce lawyer?

When should you contact a divorce lawyer? The initial meeting with a lawyer should be a time of relief for you and your partner. Attorneys will give you a general overview of the divorce process and help you to develop a plan of action. First, you need to understand your situation. The next step after assessing your situation is to talk with an attorney about the details of your case.

Your attorney may advise you to gather as much information as possible about your spouse's substance abuse. This could be critical to your child custody arrangements. If you've been notified about the substance abuse of your spouse, you should contact your attorney as soon as possible. Your divorce lawyer will advise you to keep all notes pertaining to your spouse's drug or alcohol abuse. This will help you avoid any future conflicts over money.

You should also bring copies of any mortgages and property titles to your initial consultation. Your financial situation will be important to your attorney. It is also beneficial to bring your prenuptial agreement and any other documents related to your finances. You should also provide any student loan debts you might have. Your attorney should be able to identify who is responsible for these debts. In addition, you should bring copies of recent tax returns.

A first consultation is a great time to meet your lawyer. This is when you will meet the lawyer and ask all your questions. Be sure to openly discuss any concerns you may have. Your attorney will be able to address them and advise you accordingly. An initial consultation will also give you an idea of the costs involved in your case. You should ask about this fee upfront. This will help you to understand what to expect during the divorce process.

Once you've determined that divorce is the best course of action for your situation, you should make copies of all your financial documents and start saving for it. You should also begin to prepare for the expenses related to the divorce. It is not a good idea to tell your spouse that you are hiring a lawyer. It is important to keep in touch with your attorney as often as possible. You don't want your partner to discover that your financial details were discussed in the first meeting.

Your first meeting should be productive. Besides talking about the legal matter, you should also get to know your spouse's financial status. This way, your lawyer can prepare for the divorce proceedings. Before you meet with your lawyer if you are contemplating a divorce, be aware of your spouse's financial situation. This will allow you to determine if you should request a division of marital assets.

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