Jan 12, 2023

What to Expect During Your Family Law Consultation

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Getting legal help for any sensitive situation can be overwhelming. If you have never been through consultation with a lawyer, you might not know what to expect. It would be best if you didn't have to go into your first consultation blind. An initial family law consultation will primarily be an information-gathering session for you and your lawyer. You can expect to talk about your legal needs, get the details of the legal process, and discover the cost of legal services. According to IBIS World, 57,270 divorce lawyers and family law attorneys are actively licensed in the United States. You will have no trouble finding legal help when you need it.

Introductions

The first thing you can expect when you sit down with a family attorney is to explain your legal needs. Your attorney will take the time they need to hear you and understand what services you need them for. They need to do this to be able to offer you proper guidance. They will use the information you give them to determine the next steps of the process and the estimated cost of their legal services.

Explanation of the Process

Your family attorney will go over the steps of the legal process with you. You are likely going to them for help with a sensitive life event, and you are counting on them to help you with their expertise. They will walk you through the next steps and do their best to help you understand what they expect from the legal process going forward.

Detailing the Fees

Your attorney will detail the fees for their services. Typically, attorneys charge a flat rate per hour. Your family attorney will quote you for their services and allow you to decide if you would like to proceed with their help.

Final Thoughts

If you are in a position to need a family lawyer and you are not sure where to turn for help, give the Law Offices of Arthur j. White III, P.C. a call to schedule a consultation today. Get the guidance you need to get you through these next steps and allow us to support you in whatever way we can.

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