Our prior post entitled How to choose the right Dallas divorce lawyer reviewed the first three points of the article written by Carla Schiff Donnelly from the Huffington Post. Her final three points address the questions you should ask a potential divorce lawyer before hiring and the questions you should ask yourself. Here, I will review the questions Donnelly poses.
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Maintaining a Client’s Expectations During a Divorce in Texas
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When representing a person going through a divorce, sometimes you have to be the bearer of bad news and sometimes you have to give your client a reality check.
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Most Expensive Cities for a Divorce: Dallas Ranks #9
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On the list of most expensive cities for divorces, Dallas ranks #9…
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The Many Hats of a Divorce Lawyer
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As a divorce lawyer in Dallas for 20+ years, I’ve learned that divorce lawyers wear many hats when working for their clients.
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Texas divorce FAQ: Why do I have to pay for a lawyer when I don’t want the divorce?
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If you want your interests to be protected, you will need to consult an attorney…
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Texas divorce FAQ: My attorney is attractive – can I date him/her?
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Such a relationship will compromise the objectivity of the attorney’s advice…
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Texas divorce FAQ: I have some cash that I don’t want to tell my spouse about. Can my lawyer help me hide it?
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You and your lawyer have an ethical responsibility to be honest, truthful, and fully disclose issues related to the case.
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Texas divorce FAQ: My spouse had a great lawyer the last time we separated, then we reconciled. Can I hire him/her next time?
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Once an attorney has a relationship with one party to a lawsuit……
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Texas divorce FAQ: Can I change lawyers?
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You have an absolute right to have the lawyer of your choice represent you.
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Texas divorce FAQ: Can I bring a relative or friend with me with I meet with my lawyer?
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Anything that is discussed between you and a lawyer is protected from disclosure to the other side.
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