Thinking About Divorce But Not Sure Where to Start?

Not always. If you and your spouse agree on everything and have straightforward finances, you might handle it yourselves. But most divorces involve questions people don't think to ask: How are retirement accounts divided? What happens to the house? Who claims the kids on taxes? An attorney helps you see the full picture before you sign something permanent.

No. An attorney can only represent one side in a divorce because your interests and your spouse's interests are different, even if you agree on most things. However, you can use the same mediator. A mediator is a neutral third party who helps you both reach an agreement but does not represent either of you. If you go the mediation route, each of you can still hire your own attorney to review the final agreement before signing.

It depends. Reaching a settlement can take anywhere from a few months to over a year. If your case goes to trial, just getting a court date can take years. Once everything is resolved, expect another few months to a year before the court officially grants the divorce.

Not necessarily. Even with a difficult spouse, many cases settle outside of court. The challenge is that they still need to cooperate with the process, like producing financial documents when requested. If they refuse, you may need the court to compel them. But a difficult spouse doesn't rule out settlement. It often just requires a more strategic approach.

I offer flat fee pricing, not hourly billing. Before you sign anything, you'll know exactly what your case will cost at each stage. If your case can be resolved without court, fees start at $10,000. If your case requires court involvement, fees start at $15,000. If you need me to take over a case already in progress, fees start at $30,000. At your consultation, you'll see the fee for every possible outcome, from early settlement to trial. Your flat fee covers everything along the way: every phone call, email, meeting, and court appearance. No hourly charges. No surprise invoices. If your case moves to the next stage, you'll know the new fee in advance and we'll discuss it before any work begins.

Before your consultation, spend a few minutes thinking about what matters most to you when this is over. Is it staying in the house? Protecting time with your kids? Getting through this quickly? Knowing your priorities helps us figure out the best path forward together.