Going through a divorce is difficult even when both spouses agree to it. Even in those cases, each spouse should hire their own skilled divorce lawyer to inform them of their rights and represent their interests. Finding the right attorney enables the process to go more smoothly. Here are a few suggestions to help you make a wise choice.

3 Tips for Finding an Exceptional Divorce Lawyer

Ask for Referrals

Obtaining names of divorce lawyers from people you trust is one good way to start your search. Seek sources such as close family members, business associates, or friends who have been through a divorce. Professionals you can confide in, such as lawyers or religious leaders, can also provide names of attorneys to consider.

Conduct Research

Gather information about the attorneys you are planning to interview. What is their reputation for honesty and integrity, diligence, skill, and effectiveness? Look for involvement in activities like the family law section of their bar association, or a speaker or writer about divorce laws. These are indications of the knowledge and focus of their practice area.

Hold Interviews 

Meet with at least three prospective divorce lawyers before making a decision. Choose someone who makes you feel comfortable and confident in their abilities, knowledge, and interest in your case. Each lawyer should explain the divorce process, what they will do, what to expect, and advice and insight about your case, all in language and terminology you can easily understand.

With more than 130 years of experience behind them, divorce lawyers at MacVean, Lewis, Sherwin & McDermott PC in Middletown, NY, offer advice and effective representation to individuals facing breakups of their marriages throughout the Hudson Valley. Their compassion and professionalism give clients the knowledge, guidance, and encouragement they need to move successfully through the divorce process. Visit their website for more information about what they will do for you. Call (845) 343-3000 to schedule a free, confidential appointment with a skilled divorce lawyer today. Learn more about the law firm, including their estate lawyers and criminal law attorneys, on Facebook.