5 Tips For Dealing With a Divorce Litigation

 Posted on July 28, 2020 in Uncategorized

Unfortunately, somewhere between 40-50% of marriages will end in divorce litigation and separation.

There are several different ways that a divorce could be handled, including divorce litigation where the parties handle the split of their lives in court. Divorce litigation is an overwhelming process for most parties involved.

We've compiled the best tips for handling this process to make it as easy as possible. Following these suggestions will help you move quickly and be able to move forward with the rest of your life.

1. Decide If Court Is Right for You

Before you jump into divorce litigation and enlist a lawyer or attorney to help you in court, it might be helpful to try other avenues to end your marriage.

Going through the court can be an expensive and painful process. So if you can handle the separation of assets on your own or outside of court with a lawyer, it can make things much more simple.

But, in many cases, that isn't possible and settlement will only be reached through the court system.

Once you've tried the other options and attempted to work with the other party involved, you'll know that this is the right choice for you and can move forward confidently.

When you've done this elimination process, you create a good working relationship with your lawyer that can be a major benefit moving forward into litigation.

They'll have a good understanding of the situation and what you're looking for out of the divorce. For these reasons, it's best not to jump into litigation and the court system first thing in a divorce.

2. Do Your Homework Beforehand

While every divorce is different depending on the specifics of the situation, they all follow a basic outline. Understanding the process can help you go into the proceedings prepared.

The first step is to file for divorce. This is when one of the parties in the marriage announces to the court that the marriage is broken and can't be fixed.

Next, you'll need to work with your attorney to get all of the documents in place and submit them to the court. This would include records of the marriage, assets obtained between the two involved, and the petition to absolve the union.

After all the paperwork has been filed, the divorce will move forward towards the separation of assets. While this can be handled out of court or with a mediator, during litigation this is done in front of a judge in the courtroom.

The judge will hear proposed solutions from each side and decide what they think is the best option. This is done for asset distribution, child custody, and financial support.

When you know what to expect, it can help you move through the process with less stress.

3. Find the Right Litigation Lawyer

The most basic and fundamental way to make the divorce process as easy as possible is finding the right lawyer for you.

Throughout the divorce litigation process, you'll be working in close contact with the lawyer. You'll be sharing a lot of information about your life and personal situation. In order for all of that to be possible, you need to feel as comfortable with them as possible.

Take the time to talk to people you know to get recommendations. Read online reviews from past clients. And have conversations with the lawyer before beginning.

Finding the right fit might take a little extra time but it will be completely worth it in the end when they help you navigate one of the most difficult situations.

4. File All Paperwork

One of the hallmarks of a good divorce lawyer is that they will handle as much of the paperwork and filing as possible.

This is the are of divorce that can get very technical and confusing for a regular person who doesn't have law training. And if the paperwork isn't filled out or filed correctly, then things won't move forward or you may not get what you want.

But a divorce lawyer will be well-versed in all of the different forms and documents needed for a successful separation.

Finding someone that can handle those specific tasks for you on time and in the proper way is crucial to moving through quickly. It's also helpful to get a general idea of what will be required of you beforehand.

This requirement list can help you to stay organized and make sure everything is accounted for. All of that paperwork seems like a hassle but it's what moves the divorce along, so pay attention and get it right the first time.

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5. Be Prepared to Compromise

Unfortunately, it's very rare to get everything you want in a divorce. There will almost always have to be some kind of compromise by the end.

It's better to be mentally prepared to compromise vs. expecting you'll get 100% of what you're looking for. This is why using a lawyer or attorney is very helpful during divorce proceedings.

These professionals can give you an outside perspective on your situation. They can tell you what is a likely outcome and what to expect.

It's also helpful to have that perspective in order to really flush out your priorities in the divorce. The lawyer can help you focus on the most important issues to fight for and what you can let go during litigation.

Divorce is mentally and emotionally hard enough. Taking the time to prepare for multiple outcomes can make the whole process much easier in the long run.

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Successful Divorce Litigation

Most people don't enter into a marriage thinking it will end in divorce. But when it does come to that, it's best to move forward as quickly as possible.

Using these divorce litigation tips can help you work through the process and get you close to your desired outcome. Every situation is different but it's good to have an idea of what to expect going into a difficult time.

If you're ready to begin working through your divorce litigation, contact us today!