Work With- Not Against- Your Broward Divorce Lawyer

A divorce can push your emotions to breaking point, and you may feel like you are utterly alone, but the experienced and compassionate attorneys at Evan H. Baron & Associates know how to help you through this troubling time. They understand that the key ingredients for success are the trust and confidence you have in your attorney, and your ability to together work as a team. Remember, whatever anyone else’s motivations may be, your attorney’s goal is to protect your legal rights throughout the divorce process and get you a satisfactory resolution.

Unfortunately, the emotional strain of a divorce can make it hard for some clients to trust their attorneys, and they can end up sabotaging their own ability to work as a team. A divorce is already hard enough on you and your family- there’s no need to add another layer of difficulty by working against your own attorney. To make sure you don’t become your own worst enemy, check out this list of Do’s and Don’ts for working with a Broward divorce attorney.

Do’s and Don’ts of Attorney/Client Teamwork

• Do tell your attorney the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. To be effective, your attorney needs to know all the details of your situation, and assets. Hiding information or assets always comes back to bite you later, and damages your attorney/client trust.

• Don’t work with an attorney you don’t feel comfortable with. If you don’t feel comfortable with an attorney for whatever reason, you won’t trust each other or work well together, so go with someone you feel good about.

• Do discuss realistic goals and expectations. Understanding what you can realistically expect will help both you and your Broward divorce attorney work efficiently towards the outcome you desire.

• Don’t use the settlement process as an opportunity for revenge. Arguing about settlement issues out of a need for revenge is the surest way to prolong the divorce process and inflate your attorney’s bill.

• Do stay organized and on schedule. Mediations and settlement discussions are run by people, but the documentation finalizing your divorce agreements functions on a rigid legal timetable and proscribed regulations. Poor organization can prolong the process, or lead to an unnecessary rehash at a later date.

• Don’t let stress or emotional upheaval lead to procrastination or avoidance. Remember, you and your attorney are a team. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, ask your lawyer for help in staying organized or motivated.