What Should I Not Tell My Divorce Attorney?

Your divorce attorney's job is to achieve the best possible outcome for you and your children. While you may be content to keep many secrets, keeping too many will hurt you later on. Your attorney should be consulted if you are considering a collaborative divorce, or if you are involved in a contentious legal case. Your lawyer will likely be open to telling clients any information that can help them achieve the best outcome.

Although it can seem daunting to meet with a divorce attorney, you should be confident that they are qualified to handle your case. When you meet with an attorney, be sure to discuss your goals and concerns. The attorney should be able to answer all your questions with sensitivity and empathy. You may need to look for another divorce attorney if your attorney is losing patience or focusing too much attention on the cost of the divorce.

Your divorce attorney will not be able to hear everything. Don't even consider sharing secrets with your spouse. Although it may be embarrassing, your attorney will appreciate you sharing everything. Whether your ex's secret is an affair, financial dishonesty, or child neglect, the more you share the more likely he or she will be to use it against you in a courtroom. Your attorney will need all the facts, so it's best, to be honest, and open.

You're not allowed to hide your assets. It's illegal to hide assets and the other side will surely uncover them during a divorce trial. This should be discussed with your attorney so you can both work out the issue together. You should tell your lawyer if you aren't sure how to divide your assets. You can also stop your lawyer using this information against you.

You shouldn't share any personal information with your divorce attorney. It's best to keep these details confidential until the end of your divorce. Your attorney will also be able to refer you to a local resource who can help you if you need to file a restraining order. Your lawyer will give you all the information necessary to make informed decisions. Your lawyer will ensure that the process runs smoothly.

You should never tell your attorney that you've had an affair. Your attorney will not be aware of the complications that come with an extramarital relationship. Aside from that, it could lead to a lower settlement value. This information should not be shared with your attorney. In this way, your divorce attorney will be able to protect your interests and protect your best interests. If your attorney suspects that you are cheating, it is best to be open with him/her.

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