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How to Hire a California Divorce Attorney

Divorces aren't pretty. They can become exceedingly complicated and messy - especially when children or property are involved. Do yourself a favor and hire a divorce attorney now - before complications arise that could jeopardize your future. A skillful divorce lawyer should be able to advocate for your legal rights, provide sound advice, and fight for you during this trying time.

Get names

Start the process of retaining a California divorce attorney by writing down a bunch of names gleaned from consulting these and other resources:

The California Bar Association

Friends, family, and colleagues

The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

The top Web directory www.AllLaw.com

Narrow your list down

Asking other people for help during this difficult time can be a relief. Fortunately, a number of people, organizations, and resources should be able to help you narrow your list down to the 3 top attorneys. Depend on these resources:

Friends, family, and coworkers can be an invaluable source of support as well as provide recommendations on lawyers. Show them your long list and ask if they have had run-ins with any of the attorneys mentioned.

General practice lawyers or attorneys who do not practice divorce law may be able to inform you about your attorneys' reputations.

The California Bar Association may be able to tell you if your candidate is in good standing or if he or she has ever been disbarred or reprimanded.

The Better Business Bureau can be contacted to determine if a consumer complaint was lodged against your candidate.

Arrange interviews

Before retaining services, be sure to meet your candidates one-on-one. Ask your 3 candidates about your case and assess their level of experience, likeability, communication skills, aggressiveness, and sense of empathy. You can also use this time to find out more about your candidates' background, education, publications, career highlights, and legal philosophy.

Hire

Only after you are satisfied that you have selected the most qualified California divorce attorney and have discussed his or her fee schedule, retain his or her services and begin work!

Don't delay! Consult www.AllLaw.com today and find legal counsel in San Francisco, San Jose, Los Angeles, San Diego, Long Beach, and Fresno.

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How to Hire a California Divorce Attorney