If you’re planning to get a divorce, it’s essential to have an experienced divorce lawyer on your side. A divorce is a complicated matter, and a lawyer can help you get through it in one piece. He or she can help you fill out the paperwork accurately, coach you on what to say in court and improve your chances of receiving a fair settlement. However, you may unknowingly jeopardize your relationship with your lawyer by committing certain actions.
Here are some common mistakes that can harm your relationship with your divorce lawyer.
Lying to Your Lawyer
Whether it’s about their assets or wrongdoings during their marriage, some people lie to their divorce lawyers. This is one of the biggest mistakes you can make. No matter how embarrassed you may be about a particular issue, you should never lie to your lawyer about it. If your divorce lawyer has been practicing for a while, he or she has likely heard it all before. Not much will shock your lawyer. Remember that he or she is there to help you, not judge you.
However, if you tell your lawyer lies, he or she won’t be able to help you to the best of his or her capabilities.
Posting the Wrong Things on Social Media
Social media is a huge part of our lives these days. However, that doesn’t mean you should post whatever you want on your profiles, especially when you’re in the middle of a divorce. It can come back to haunt you in court. For instance, if you’re trying to get custody of your children and post a photo of yourself drunk at a bar, the other side could argue that you’re not a fit parent.
Making careless posts on social media may frustrate your lawyer and make his or her job harder. If you’re not sure if you should post something on social media, ask your lawyer.
Complaining to Your Lawyer
A divorce is one of the most stressful experiences of your life, and you likely have a thing or two you want to vent about. However, your divorce isn’t the right person to complain to. You must remember that lawyers charge by the hours. If you spend most of your sessions venting, you will waste valuable time and end up paying more money. If you have to vent your frustrations, do so with a trusted family member or friend.
If you want to get a divorce, consult a divorce lawyer, like one from The McKinney Law Group.
If you have questions about a prenup agreement or a postnup agreement or require legal assistance in other areas of Family Law you may always contact Damien McKinney of The McKinney Law Group to discuss your case further. He can be reached by phone at 813-428-3400 or by e-mail at [email protected].
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