Depending on the circumstances, a divorce can be an exceedingly difficult and trying legal process. Because you are making such an important life decision, it is understandable that emotions are high, and the process seems intimidating. With help from the right Chicago divorce lawyer, you can successfully navigate the emotional tole and complicated legal process. Most likely, your decision to divorce was not one taken lightly; neither should your choice be to find the best divorce lawyer for your case. With so many attorneys to choose from, the process may seem overwhelming. In this blog post, we will discuss how to choose the best Chicago divorce lawyer for your case.
Do I Even Need to Hire a Divorce Attorney?
While you may be tempted to represent yourself (after all, no one knows your situation like you do), hiring the right divorce lawyer to advocate on your behalf can spare you hours of heartache and costly mistakes. Because family law encompasses precious things like your children, finances, and future, there is nothing more important than getting it right. Depending on your unique circumstances, there may be complicated factors at hand that would require the expertise of an attorney.
Additionally, emotions are high during this time which may cloud your judgement and negatively impact your case. You need a compassionate but prudent attorney by your side.
Identify Your Biggest Concerns
Before you schedule a consultation, make a list of your concerns and future goals. Your divorce case may involve children, a business, child and spousal support, and property division. After you have pinpointed your goals and concerns, find a lawyer with experience in that area.
Your Consultation
Research the attorney and check their credentials, practice areas, and most importantly, any disciplines they may have and why. Once you have narrowed down a few, schedule consultations with them. You should treat your consultation like a job interview; after all, you are hiring this attorney to represent you and advocate for your best interests. Prepare a list of questions to ask. For example, here are a few important ones:
- Who will work on my case?
- How many cases like mine has your firm handled? What were the outcomes?
- Can you give me a rundown of your fees?
- How often will I receive a bill?
- Will you update me on the status of my case? How often?
- How many years of court and trial experience do you have?
- What problems do you foresee?
- How can we accomplish my goals?
Make sure your attorney is compassionate, sympathetic, and most importantly, interested in your overall goals. Your goals should be theirs and they should fiercely advocate on your behalf.
Contact Us
We offer free consultations to help you choose the best divorce lawyers for your case. When you call, you will have the opportunity to speak directly with one of our Chicago divorce attorneys. Our attorneys are experienced in family and divorce law and have the compassion and heart to fiercely advocate for you. Our firm handles family, divorce, custody, parenting, and domestic law matters for clients in Cook County, DuPage County, Kane County, Lake County, and McHenry County including Wheaton, Naperville, Oak Brook, Aurora, Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Downers Grove, Geneva, Glen Ellyn, Hinsdale, St. Charles, Clarendon Hills, Schaumburg, Rolling Meadows, Chicago, Woodstock, Waukegan, Vernon Hills, Barrington, Long Grove, Barrington Hills, Buffalo Grove, Wheeling, Cary, Lake Zurich, Lake Forest, Geneva, Lake Barrington, Northbrook, Deerfield
I think 1st check on Google then check their testimonials and about their services and then rating and contact them and test their customer dealing.
I agree. The more informed you are, the better you will feel. Of course, remember that the internet is open to everyone for all kinds of good and bad comments. I know for myself that I acknowledge the bad stuff out there and try to rise above it. A few people can change ratings in a heartbeat. I’ve been in business 20 years and going, and I wouldn’t be here unless I had clients who believed I helped them whom I care about deeply. So in addition to checking the stuff online, it is important to really talk and listen to your future attorney, and see if he/she resonates within you. Thank you for your comment!
I loved that you suggested making a list of your concerns and future goals before scheduling a consultation with a divorce lawyer. This is something that I will consider because I am planning to hire one to finally end my marriage with my estranged husband. It is important for me to ensure that all my concerns are going to be addressed, so I will do your tips.
That is excellent planning. The more you know yourself the better prepared you will be.
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