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Divorce: How to Know You've Hired the Right Attorney for the Job

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You need to hire a divorce attorney but you don't have a clue what you should be looking for in an attorney. Before you go out and hire the first one that answers the phone, take a moment and consider what experience you need in an attorney. That experience will help you choose the attorney that will benefit you the most. Take a look at some issues that may require additional experience.

Domestic Violence

If you're the victim of domestic violence, you're going to need an attorney that can help you receive the service you're going to require. For instance, you might need an emergency order of protection, or you may need help finding an emergency shelter. When speaking to attorneys, be sure to let them know that you're the victim of domestic violence. Make sure they can help you before you choose them.

Hostile Divorce

When you first started talking about divorce, you and your spouse were on amicable terms. Now that you're moving forward with your plans, your spouse is fighting you every step of the way. If your spouse is fighting the divorce, you're probably going to end up in court, where a judge will decide your case. You're going to need an attorney with strong courtroom and trial experience. When you sit down with attorneys, be sure to ask them about their trial experience.

Complex Financial Issues

If you and your spouse own businesses, have significant investments or are deeply in debt, your finances are going to be complicated. You want to make sure that you're treated fairly and that you get everything you're entitled to.

You also want to make sure that you're not left holding more of the debt obligation than you're required to. Choosing a divorce attorney with strong business law experience will help you iron out a settlement that's fair and amicable for you.

Dual Citizenships

If you or your spouse hold dual citizenship in the United States and a foreign country – and you have minor children – custody issues are going to be more complex than a typical custody case. You need to ensure that you're rights as a parent are protected and that you're children's needs are considered. You'll need a divorce attorney who also has experience in international family law issues.

When it comes to your divorce, don't hire the first attorney you speak to. Be sure you hire an attorney like Mills & Mills Law Group that has the experience you need. The list provided above will help you choose the divorce attorney best suited for your particular situation. 


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