Family law cases are personal matters dealing with the sensitive issues of close relationships. It's understandable that you wouldn't want to trust just anyone to address the complexities of such an intimate subject. Enlisting the right lawyer ensures you have the support and guidance of a professional who knows how to handle the challenges of the case and the emotions involved. Below are a few tips for choosing the best attorney.

How to Hire the Best Family Law Attorney

1. Conduct Interviews

Many lawyers offer free initial consultations, allowing both of you to interview one another and see if the fit is good. Before the meeting, compose a list of priorities, such as your goals for the case. Write down any pressing questions you have. During the interview, gauge how well the attorney's answers mesh with your needs.

2. Check Your Comfort Level

A family law attorney needs to be assertive and proactive. But they must also be respectful of the issues you're dealing with. During the initial consultation, consider how they make you feel. Are you comfortable? Do you feel supported, validated, heard? Are you given new information, clear goals and options to pursue? Do you sense the two of you could have a productive working relationship? If you answer yes to these questions, you've likely found the right lawyer.

3. Find Someone Who Lets You Make Decisions

An attorney provides legal advice; they should empower you to make significant decisions and feel confident in potential outcomes. In the interview, see how willing they are to make you part of the process. Are they giving you insight and suggestions, or are they telling you what to do? You should feel heard, not run over.

The family law attorneys at Knochel Law Offices, P.C., provide free phone consultations and look forward to answering all your questions and concerns. Since 1982, they've been representing clients throughout Mohave County, AZ, and the Tri-State area, offering quality legal counsel and guidance through every step of the process. Call (928) 444-1000 or visit them online to schedule a meeting today.