Whether you’re going through a divorce, adopting a child, worried about a paternity issue, or getting married and need a prenup, you’ll inevitably run into family attorneys. That’s because family law deals directly with all of these legal issues and many others. Any legal concern related to the family is considered family law.
But is it always necessary to hire a family attorney when you’re facing a family legal issue? The answer is, it depends. As with any legal situation, you’ll need to examine both the advantages and disadvantages.
Pros of Hiring a Family Attorney
- Years of experience. Chances are, you don’t have any experience with family law, and why would you? Unfortunately, this means that the court system will be challenging to do on your own. It’s complicated, complex, and unforgiving. It would be best if you had someone on your side with years of experience in family law. Only then will you know for sure that you’re always acting in your own best interest.
- Settlement promotion. Generally speaking, no matter your unique situation, it’s almost always a good idea to settle when you can instead of going to court. A good family lawyer will work toward a settlement that benefits you.
- Shorter cases. If your family legal case does end up having to go to court, rest assured that a seasoned family lawyer won’t drag out the litigation. Instead, they will work to shorten the duration of the case. This will not only save you time, money, and energy, but it will also save you a considerable amount of emotional pain.
Cons of Hiring a Family Attorney
- The possibility of hiring a novice. If you do end up hiring a lawyer, you’ll want to know that you’re working with a pro. Someone who has been in this same situation many times before, someone who always knows the next step, someone who can fix anything. What you don’t want is a lawyer who’s just graduated from law school and has virtually no experience representing cases like yours.
- Increased litigation. The most incompetent family lawyers don’t make cases faster and more efficient. Instead, they drag everything out and make litigation longer and cost more. This isn’t even to mention the emotional pain accompanying a lengthy trial.
Contact Mohajer Law Firm for More Information
If you face a family legal issue and consider hiring a family lawyer to represent you, please call our law office today to request a consultation. Even if you decide not to hire us or any attorney for your case, we can offer valuable suggestions.
Your initial consultation at Mohajer Law Firm is free. Contact us today to learn more and schedule yours.
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