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If you aren’t used to meeting with attorneys, scheduling a family law consultation may bring you anxiety. However, most of this anxiety usually stems from fear of the unknown. Fortunately, by adequately preparing for your meeting with a family law attorney, you can dissipate much of the worry associated with the process. One of the most important things to do to prepare for your meeting with a family law attorney is gather the appropriate materials. In this article, we discuss what you should bring to your family law consultation.
What Do Family Law Attorneys Do?
What you bring to your family law consultation is largely dependent on the legal issue you are seeking to address. Different types of cases require different types of materials. Common family law practice areas include:
- Child protection/DCPP issues
- Child support
- Divorce
- Alimony
- Child custody
- Guardianship
- Visitation
- Property division
- Legal separation
- Adoption
- Paternity
What to Bring to Your Consultation
As noted above, many of the things you should bring to your consultation are case and practice area specific. However, depending on your circumstances, you should consider bringing all or some of the following items with you to your family law consultation.
Personal Statement/Timeline of Events
Regardless of your situation, you should come equipped with a personal statement or list that outlines the facts of the situation you wish to address. This can help you organize your thoughts and map out important details prior to your meeting. In addition, you should put together a rough timeline of events that details important dates that are relevant to your situation.
Legal Documents and Communication
If you have been served with a lawsuit or received communication from a lawyer who represents the opposing party, you should bring these documents with you. Common legal documents and communications include pleadings, letters, settlement offers, and emails. Generally, if you have received any written documentation that pertains to your case, you should bring it to your consultation.
Financial Information
Family law cases often involve financial aspects. Therefore, if your case involves financial matters, you should gather and bring all relevant financial documents with you to help your attorney assess the financial issues at stake in your case. Common financial issues in family law cases include the distribution of assets and debts and alimony/spousal support.
The Bottom Line
Adequate preparation prior to your consultation helps ensure that your attorney receives a complete picture of the issues involved in your case. For additional guidance on what to bring to your family law consultation with the experienced family law attorneys of Bozanian McGregor LLC, please contact us today.
Contact a Family Law Attorney
If you need assistance with a family law issue in New Jersey, the experienced attorneys of Bozanian McGregor LLC are here to help. At Bozanian McGregor LLC, our attorneys are highly experienced in all family law areas, and we treat our clients with the utmost respect and compassion. When you come to us for assistance with your family law matter, we will do everything in our power to obtain a successful resolution of your legal situation. Please contact us today for a consultation with an experienced family law attorney.