Divorce: Questions to Ask Your Family Lawyer

If you are about to go through a divorce, there a several questions you may want to ask your family law attorney during your consultations. First, you may want to ask whether or not your divorce is considered contested or uncontested. Uncontested divorces are generally quicker and may be expedited through mediation whereas contested divorces involve conflicts that may take time to resolve. Next, you may want to ask about child custody and child support if you and your spouse have children together. You'll want to know what to expect when it comes to legal terms that will impact your children for years to come.

Finally, you may wish to ask about whether or not you can receive spousal support. This is especially true if you were a stay at home parent while your spouse was in the workforce. You may need some financial support to make ends meet, so asking about alimony is important.