Benefits of Using a Good Divorce Lawyer

A good divorce lawyer:

1. Knows the ins and outs of the legal process and can help you legally claim a right to what’s yours
2. Advise you of your rights, some of which you probably didn’t even know you had
3. Will act as an intermediary between you and your spouse (also serving as an emotional buffer as well)
4. Will monitor the progress of the case and all the minute details involved in managing the negotiations, calendar, property and monetary issues, etc.
5. Protect your best interests and help you avoid potential landmines placed by the opposing party
6. Help you negotiate a settlement with your former spouse, if possible
7. If a negotation can be reached, a lawyer can help you attain a final judgment much sooner than you could attain on your own
8. By knowing the legal procedure and requirements, a good lawyer can help you avoid potential time delays if you don’t meet all the requirements or have all of your paperwork in order
9. Make you aware of all your options, even if you want a divorce

Source:  “Why You Need to Use a Good Divorce Lawyer” by Jon Arnold