America’s courts are built on a system that assumes that almost everyone who comes to court has a lawyer.  Unfortunately, the reality is different.  An increasing number of divorce cases go forward without lawyers.  Litigants who cannot afford an attorney and do not qualify for legal aid are on their own — pro se.  They [...]

During your divorce you want to avoid any legal activity that is unnecessary.  You need to advise your attorney to do the minimum required in order to protect you.  Some attorneys practice “motion churning” to run up your bills.  Don’t let your attorney get away with this!

When a client becomes unhappy with a divorce attorney, one of the most common complaints is that they were unable to communicate with the attorney.  It is very important that your divorce attorney be accessible and prompt in responding to your phone calls, emails, and requests for meetings.

Never hire the first attorney you interview.  Get the names of the five top attorneys in your city and interview as many of them as you can afford to.  Interview atleast three before making a decision.  When you consult with an attorney, this keeps your husband from being able to hire that  attorney.  Sometimes a [...]

1.  Stay involved in your case.  Don’t let your attorney run the show and dictate strategy. 2.  Don’t forget that you are the boss and your attorney is your employee. 3.  Don’t tolerate mediocrity from your attorney. 4.  Don’t accept “I don’t know” answers from your attorney. 5.  Don’t allow the attorneys (yours and his) [...]