Do You Really Need a Divorce Lawyer?
Have you ever wondered why some divorces are settled amicably and in a relatively short period of time while are others are long and bitter? Why is it that some divorces are civil and others are catastrophic?
The answer is not so black and white and depends on several factors, including the nature or grounds of the divorce as well as the individual personalities of each party. Additionally, the length of the marriage including the amount of shared assets or debt, as well as issues related to child custody, child support, and visitation rights increase the length of the divorce process as well as the likelihood that disagreements between the parties will occur.
While the decision to hire a family divorce lawyer or family law specialist is a personal one, as a guideline, if your divorce involves several factors such as children, it is best to err on the side of caution and hire a family divorce lawyer to help you navigate the legal process. Many people are eager to settle their divorce as quickly as possible, in and in their haste, settle for compensation or agree to terms that is less than they deserve under the statutes of the law. Even if your spouse come to civil agreement between the two of you, it’s a good idea to take this information to a family divorce lawyer in order to ensure the settlement is fair.
Divorce is undoubtedly a stressful and emotional draining time. When you’re experiencing a range of emotions such as anger, it’s easy to let your emotions cloud your judgement. You may make rash decisions, or encourage your lawyer to get the most of the settlement as possible as revenge on your spouse. While this may feel good at the time, it only serve to complicate matters down the road.
It’s important to not only remain cognizant of your emotions but to find the right family law attorney who understands your specific needs. Hire a lawyer who you feel will support and understand your approach. Mediator’s may also be able to help and your spouse work through emotional barriers that are preventing you from coming to a fair and amicable divorce agreement. Mediators do not represent the individual spouses’ interest in the same way a lawyer does, but rather serve as a neutral third party who works with both spouses simultaneously.