Now that the difficult decision has been made to divorce, the time has come to find the right attorney who will guide you through the challenges you are about to face. At a minimum, you need this person to have the knowledge and experience to advise you through this new and emotional time in your life. You want to find a person who exhibits the appropriate level of concern and respect for you, and your family, as you work your way through the decisions involved in getting a divorce and beginning the next phase of your life.

You will need to speak with two or three attorneys in order to get a feel for the various styles and personalities that family lawyers possess. You might ask family or friends for recommendations, but, unless they have been through similar circumstances, it is difficult to select an attorney based solely on someone else’s 2nd or 3rd hand impressions.

Divorce is a complex and often painful process that involves legal, financial, and emotional aspects. The cost of divorce can vary depending on many factors, such as the state where you live, the type of divorce you choose, the amount of assets and debts you have, the level of conflict and cooperation between you and your spouse, the need for child or spousal support, and the involvement of lawyers and experts.