How to Pick a Good Divorce Lawyer

Make sure you get along with the attorney you choose.

Divorce is seldom a pleasant situation. Ensure your divorce flows as smoothly as possible by having a good lawyer who specializes in divorce.

Things You'll Need

• List of questions for the attorney

Instructions

1. 

   Referrals are an easy way to find a good divorce attorney.

   Ask friends, relatives, co-workers or acquaintances for a referral to a good divorce attorney.

2. Do online research. If you are referred to a divorce attorney, go online to do your own investigation on the attorney.

3. 

   Most attorneys will provide the initial consultation free of charge.

   Schedule a consultation with the attorney. Many attorney will provide the initial consultation free of charge.

4. 

   Write down your the answers to your questions.

   Prepare a list of questions and take them with you to the consultation.

5. Take notes at the consultation. Write down the attorney's answers to your prepared questions. Make notes on things you like and dislike about the lawyer.

6. 

   If you don't get along with the first attorney, find another.

   Meet with several different lawyers to do a comparison. If you are uncomfortable with a lawyer, do not hire him.

7. Review all references, questions, answers and notes you took about each attorney to determine which lawyer has the best qualifications to handle your divorce case.

Tips & Warnings

• Don't sign an any paperwork with any attorney unless you feel comfortable with that attorney and want him to represent you.

• Hire a lawyer who is familiar with and specializes in family or divorce law.

• Be comfortable talking to the lawyer you select.

References

• Dealwithdivorce.com: How to Find a Good Divorce Lawyer

Resources

• Avvo.com, Find a lawyer, read client reviews.