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Divorce and Family Law matters are, by their very nature, devastating. Such matters are often accompanied by a complicated mix of emotions (shock, denial, guilt, depression, anger, hope, etc.), a severe financial adjustment (usually for the worse, at least for one of the parties), and perhaps even a change of living space for an individual and/or their children. Legal proceedings can be complex and intimidating. Attorney at law, Frances L. Friedberg, has over 25 years of experience and the personal sensitivity to help clients through this difficult time. Frances L. Friedberg is always looking to protect her clients and what matters to them most. Choose your attorney carefully and remember to consider the many factors that go into ensuring that you have selected the lawyer that will serve your cause best. Before retaining an attorney, you should consult with him and go for a “test drive,” so to speak—you may find that while he is perfectly capable, he may not be the right lawyer for you. If you do not feel comfortable in the consultation, chances are that you will not feel comfortable during the representation process. Make sure that you fully understand the billing process, the hourly rate, any possible “minimum fee,” and how much you can expect to pay overall. These are all legitimate factors that can greatly limit or expand your choices, depending on the situation at hand. Next, be sure to obtain an honest lawyer. This means doing your research and understanding that the legal world can be a tricky and difficult place. You need to fully understand what you are taking upon yourself and be open to the task of rejecting some choices in favor of others. First impressions can be misleading and while a lawyer may appear to possess the honesty and integrity necessary, it may be helpful to pay attention to your own gut reaction. If you have doubts, further research may be needed. Asking for references from those you trust is oftentimes the best and most reliable plan, one that can help you considerably in your search for a suitable lawyer. Asking about success and failure rates is also important, but remember that prior results do not guarantee future outcomes. No one has a crystal ball to predict how you will do on your case. The likelihood of success is the best anyone can tell you, based upon the facts of your case and the law. If a lawyer tries to tell you that he or she can guarantee in a divorce action that you will get the house, or that you will receive sole custody, then find another lawyer, because that lawyer is making a promise that he or she cannot keep. For more information about Frances L. Friedberg, Esq., visit: http://www.FriedbergFamilyLaw.com.
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