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It is estimated that upwards of 95% of
divorces in the US are uncontested, because the two parties are able
to come to an agreement (either with or without lawyers/mediators)
about the property, children and support issues.
Shopping for a divorce lawyer
through referrals
One of the best, proven ways to find a
good divorce lawyer is to ask a trusted friend or relative who has had a
good experience with a good divorce lawyer. This is because by being
able to have a feel of how a lawyer works through the first hand
accounts of your friend or relative, you would be able to judge right
away if their lawyer is the one who can help you. However, you should
not just base your decision on their experiences, as you also need to
check out the lawyer yourself.
Once you have decided on a number of
lawyers that you may be interested in getting, you can now start calling
their offices. One of the first things you should ask is the cost of his
services, as this can help you eliminate the lawyers who may charge more
than you can afford. You can expect to be quoted a rate of $50 to $200
per hour of service. In addition to calling, you may also opt to go to
their offices personally so you can get a feel of how the firm or the
lawyer would take care of you and your interests.
A divorce is a legal process, and as
such, you would need to get good legal advice during the process, which
you can get from a divorce lawyer. One of the best ways to find a lawyer
is through a trusted friend or relative who may refer you to a good
divorce lawyer. This together with doing your own canvassing can help
you find the right lawyer for your needs. |