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Dealing with the Emotional Trauma
Even if you felt or knew this service was coming, and particularly if you were caught off guard, there will be a sense of loss, betrayal, failure, fear and uncertainty. Take a deep breath and understand in most cases, the paragraphs you are reading and the “charges” are generally in 99% of divorce pleadings and you should not take them personal.
Be careful what you say and do
Try to keep an even keel and not rock the boat. Do not cause a huge ruckus in front of or within hearing of the kids. Making demands or threats will cause more problems and cost. Do your best to just keep peace and start to locate an attorney for advice and evaluation.
Finding your lawyer
Be leery of the first or initial recommendation from workers or friends. Just like a doctor with a specialty in your field of need, a lawyer who has been Certified in your area, like Family Law, by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization is a great start. These folks may be a bit more expensive but will likely provide best service and results. These lawyers will also no of other qualified and trusted lawyers to suggest
Make a few appointments
Take a day to schedule 2-3 interviews. You are in no immediate rush in most cases. This is going to be a person you need to feel comfortable with relative to your wants and needs. Ask the attorney a list of question you prepare and how things most likely will proceed. If the lawyer promises to kick butt and take names, run to next interview. Experience and the ability to minimize conflict and emotional turmoil will help you sanity in near and long term.
Decision making
After your meetings and conversations, select the lawyer who was honest and you felt most at ease and comfortable with. Guiding you through the trials and tribulations of the process will now be achieved but only if you follow the advice and recommendations you receive. Divorces have lives of their own. Minimizing conflict from now on will serve you best. Good luck.
For a free consultation, please do not hesitate to call the experienced family law and divorce attorneys at Maya Murphy, P.C. in Westport, CT at 203-221-3100. We may also be reached for inquiries by email at JMaya@mayalaw.com.
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