If you are looking for a divorce lawyer, Keen & Genochio Attorneys at Law can help you to navigate through the family court system and receive the best possible outcome. There are no guarantees in a trial or a divorce, but having expert legal representation will ensure that your rights are protected and that you have someone fighting on your side.
Before you speak with an attorney, there are several things you should know that will help you to select the right one.
Location is Important
Attorneys are licensed by the state, but each county tends to handle things differently. This means different sets of paperwork, judges with different tendencies, ways of setting a trial date, etc. These small differences may seem insignificant but if you hire an attorney outside of the area and they go up against a local one, the local lawyer may have an advantage.
Experience Counts
Make sure that you hire a divorce lawyer that is experienced with your type of case. All divorces are not created equally. For example, a standard divorce case typically involves two people that are living in the same general area and may or may not have children. If you have significant assets, own a business, are looking to relocate, or are in the military, your case is automatically more complicated with several issues that need to be addressed. Look for an attorney that has dealt with these types of complexities before and done so successfully.
Settlement and Court
If your divorce is amicable you may be able to settle it outside of court. If not, you need to hire a lawyer that has the courtroom experience necessary to advocate on your behalf, question witnesses, and build a case in your favor. This requires a different set of skills, so do not assume that your divorce lawyer has them, without asking.
Understand the Fee Structure
Before hiring someone, make sure that you understand how they charge and how much they charge. Creating a mutual understanding is essential for ensuring that you are on the same page throughout the process. You should also ask what fees you will be responsible for in addition to what your lawyer will charge. This way you can budget for it.
Ask About Availability
Before hiring someone make sure that they have the time to take your case. This is especially important if the case may go to trial. If you are speaking with a firm with more than one attorney, ask if they work as a team or if someone is set to be a backup in case something happens to your main lawyer. The last thing you want is to end up in court with a junior associate that is new to your case.
With Keen & Genochio Attorneys at Law, you will receive expert legal advice and representation from an experienced divorce lawyer. To learn more, schedule a consultation by calling (619) 232-2217.
