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Things you should reveal to your divorce attorney

Disclose all the required information<br>Itu2019s important to share all the information about your case with the divorce attorney so that he/ she is well-prepared to handle the potential problems that could arise if you choose to maintain secrecy. Even if you perceive that the particular information is irrelevant to your case, itu2019s better to talk it out with the attorney so that he can decide if it can cause a potential problem down the road.<br>You donu2019t need to reveal everything about your husband and children, but make sure you share all the information relevant to your case.<br>Provide a written account of your marriage<br>Itu2019s helpful for your attorney to have a written account of the important facts of your marriage like how you met your spouse, date of your marriage, number and ages of your children, your education, your spouseu2019s education, your place of work, the reason for divorce, who initiated the divorce proceedings and other critical events in your marriage.<br>A good way to organize the history is to create a document with the important dates and events marked chronologically. Also, donu2019t forget to mention the joint assets which you can claim post-divorce.<br>Share the sensitive information<br>You probably donu2019t want to reveal sensitive information, about your affair outside marriage or you, are being physically abused by your spouse. Your attorney must know about these facts so that he is prepared to defend you in it comes up during your divorce proceedings.<br>If you opt for a litigated divorce, it is likely for these facts to come up abruptly and if you opt for a collaborative divorce, you are liable to share all the private information to your divorce attorney.<br>Even if you are in an abusive relationship, tell your lawyer upfront. If you have hidden assets or debts, reveal it to your lawyer so that he can formulate the right defense against your case.<br>Discuss the issues outrightly<br>There are innumerable issues that you need to get sorted out. Hence it is vital on your part to discuss it in the first meeting, including child custody, child support, division of marital property, alimony. Make sure to dicuss with your attorney all the facts that may aid you in getting a large share of compensation, such as higher income, assets and whether you have been abused.<br>Get your priorities straight and avail the services of an experienced divorce attorney at Demetrios N Dalmares and Associates Ltd<br>

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Things you should reveal to your divorce attorney

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  1. Divorce and Family Practice Law Specialists in Orland Park serving Cook and Will Counties.

  2. Things you should reveal to your divorce attorney Disclose all the required information It’s important to share all the information about your case with the divorce attorney so that he/ she is well-prepared to handle the potential problems that could arise if you choose to maintain secrecy. Even if you perceive that the particular information is irrelevant to your case, it’s better to talk it out with the attorney so that he can decide if it can cause a potential problem down the road. You don’t need to reveal everything about your husband and children, but make sure you share all the information relevant to your case. Provide a written account of your marriage It’s helpful for your attorney to have a written account of the important facts of your marriage like how you met your spouse, date of your marriage, number and ages of your children, your education, your spouse’s education, your place of work, the reason for divorce, who initiated the divorce proceedings and other critical events in your marriage.

  3. A good way to organize the history is to create a document with the important dates and events marked chronologically. Also, don’t forget to mention the joint assets which you can claim post- divorce. Share the sensitive information You probably don’t want to reveal sensitive information, about your affair outside marriage or you, are being physically abused by your spouse. Your attorney must know about these facts so that he is prepared to defend you in it comes up during your divorce proceedings. If you opt for a litigated divorce, it is likely for these facts to come up abruptly and if you opt for a collaborative divorce, you are liable to share all the private information to your divorce attorney.

  4. Even if you are in an abusive relationship, tell your lawyer upfront. If you have hidden assets or debts, reveal it to your lawyer so that he can formulate the right defense against your case. Discuss the issues out rightly There are innumerable issues that you need to get sorted out. Hence it is vital on your part to discuss it in the first meeting, including child custody, child support, division of marital property, alimony. Make sure to discuss with your attorney all the facts that may aid you in getting a large share of compensation, such as higher income, assets and whether you have been abused. Get your priorities straight and avail the services of an experienced divorce attorney at Demetrios N Dalmares and Associates Ltd

  5. Contact Us Today For A Free Initial Consultation DEMETRIOS N. DALMARES AND ASSOCIATES, LTD. Address: 16061 S. 94th Ave, Orland Park, IL 60487 Telephone: 708-403-0200 Website: https://www.dalmareslaw.com/

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