How to Find a South Dakota Divorce Attorney with Child Custody Experience

There are several places you can turn to to find an experienced divorce lawyer with a strong background in child support. Some of the best places to look include:

• Family and Friends—People you know are a great resource. Chances are, they have used an attorney in the past or know someone who has. Ask if they have any recommendations on an attorney for your specific situation.
• The State Bar Association—The state bar association is the licensing agency for attorneys in South Dakota. They maintain a list of attorneys eligible to practice law in the state.
• Online Attorney Directories—Trusted online attorney directories, like www.AllLaw.com are a great place to go to not only find access to divorce attorneys near you, but easily compare various attorneys. AllLaw.com provides easy access to each attorney’s Web site so you can easily find out what each attorney you are considering is all about.

After you develop a list of potential attorneys, it’s time to start vetting your list. Consider what you need in a South Dakota divorce attorney. If you have children, you will need a divorce attorney with child custody experience to help you through the nuanced battles you will likely face. If you anticipate an ugly custody battle, seek an attorney with experience representing others in such matters.  Consider each attorney’s educational background and experience as you go through your list of candidates. Before you hire an attorney for your divorce, make sure you understand what you need in an attorney.

Once you’ve narrowed down your list, set up interviews with your top candidates. During your interview, get some answers to questions you have about the best way to proceed with your case. When you have children, the divorce lawyer you choose should be well-versed in matters of child support and child custody. Consider how each attorney treats you during the interview, how easily they can communicate complex legal ideas and how much relevant experience they have.

In the end, consider choosing the attorney with the strongest credentials and most relevant experience with whom you have a solid rapport.

You can get an estimate of your monthly child support payments by utilizing the free child support calculators at www.AllLaw.com. Here, you can also find information about divorce and find divorce attorneys with child support and child custody experience in Aberdeen, Rapid City, Sioux Falls, Brookings, Mitchell, Pierre and elsewhere throughout the state.