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It can be a daunting process to take the plunge and go and see a solicitor for the first time. A particularly difficult part can be opening up to a complete stranger about what has been going on in your personal life.
It is often best to take early advice from a qualified lawyer so that you can be fully aware of all the options at a very early stage.
What are you hoping to achieve?
You may not be sure which way you want to go and a good lawyer will give advice at your pace. Sometimes matters may have been taken out of your hands and your partner may have taken decisive action like issuing a divorce petition or court application which means you require urgent advice and direction.
What to bring with you
If the other party has already sought legal advice, you may have already received correspondence from another firm of lawyers. If this is the case, bring any paperwork along with you. A lawyer will be able to take the burden of this correspondence off your hands and take control of the situation straight away.
The lawyer will ask you questions and further information can be produced at a later date.
How long will it take to reach a conclusion?
It is quite usual for people to want to know what the outcome of their situation is going to be before discussions have started. Your lawyer will be able to give you more information on likely timescales at your initial meeting.
However, family disputes of any kind are particularly sensitive issues, and things can all too easily become nasty. However angry you are, try to remember that the ideal result is to achieve the best possible solution for yourself and all involved. However simple you think your situation is, settling family disputes can take time.
It is important to be willing to share as much information as possible, and answer any questions that you can during your first interview. In certain cases, expert evidence will be required. This can often be complex and timely. Remember that your lawyer will be doing all they can to protect your interest throughout.
A support network is invaluable
The emotional fall out resulting from any sort of family dispute can be painful. Often, it is simply much easier to try to forget the situation, bury your head in the sand and hope that matters will fix themselves. To help you deal with facing the situation, you may find it helps to turn to family members or friends who may have direct or indirect familiarity with the events surrounding your situation. Such friends and family members are invaluable to you.
You don’t have to come to the initial interview alone. A close friend or family member can come with you – they can often provide a valuable second pair of ears at a time when processing information is difficult.
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