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Three Signs You Need a Different Family Attorney
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There is a lot at stake in a divorce, so you have to select your Memphis divorce carefully. The right lawyer will ensure you get the assets that rightfully belong with you, without asking you to compromise your integrity by lying or resorting to trickery and games. If you are working with a lawyer already or have one you want to hire, watch for these three signs that they may not be the right one for you.
He does not return phone calls or other communications in a timely manner. Yes, divorce lawyers are busy and you are probably one small case in a pile of many on your lawyer's desk. Too many people accept this fact as an excuse for why a lawyer cannot be bother to respond when they make a phone call, leave a message or send in an email. Lawyers are busy, but they should also respond to clients and keep the lines of communication open.
Communication is essential between a attorney and client. You may be one small client, but you are one of his clients and you deserve a timely response. Just be reasonable. Most will not return your phone call in the middle of the night and it may take them a day or so if they are in court with another case. If you look for lawyers working in larger practices, you may be able to get a hold of someone else in the office if your attorney is unavailable on a particular day. The best practices will make sure communication is clear, consistent and responsive at all times. His history of success in court is far from impressive.
Give as much information as possible when talking with your lawyer. A lot of the need for follow-up phone calls can be avoided if you are very thorough in answering questions, stating your needs, and giving information when in the lawyer's office. Your lawyer will know the right questions to ask you. If you give very thorough answers, they will have what they need to fill out paperwork and defend you in proceedings. Do what your lawyer asks you to do, even if it is difficult emotionally. For example, if your lawyer suggests you trade children off for visitations through a mutual third party so you do not fight with your ex or their new lover, it is important to do so.
You may feel the need to go in person so you can inspect what is happening and get some emotional relief by screaming at your ex, but that is not in the best interest of your children, or your divorce proceedings. For the most part, you have to be a cooperative, active participant in your divorce proceedings, respond to your third party custody lawyer Memphis promptly, and give thorough information whenever you are asked a question. It is always better to give too much information than to hold back.
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