What Should I Not Tell My Divorce Attorney?

Your divorce attorney's job is to achieve the best possible outcome for you and your children. While you may be content to keep many secrets, keeping too many will hurt you later on. Whether you're considering a collaborative divorce or are in the middle of a contentious court case, make sure to share all relevant information with your attorney. While you may not like the outcome, your lawyer is likely to be happy to tell his or her clients anything that helps them reach the best possible outcome.

While it may seem intimidating to meet with a divorce attorney, it's best to trust that he or she is qualified to handle your case. When you meet with an attorney, be sure to discuss your goals and concerns. The attorney should be able to answer all your questions with sensitivity and empathy. If your attorney seems to be losing patience and seems to be focusing too much on the costs of the divorce, you may want to find another divorce attorney.

Your divorce attorney will not be able to hear everything. Don't even consider sharing secrets with your spouse. This may seem a bit embarrassing, but your attorney will appreciate it if you have everything. Whether your ex's secret is an affair, financial dishonesty, or child neglect, the more you share the more likely he or she will be to use it against you in a courtroom. Your attorney will need all the facts, so it's best, to be honest, and open.

It is illegal to conceal your assets. It's illegal to hide assets and the other side will surely uncover them during a divorce trial. This should be discussed with your attorney so you can both work out the issue together. If you're not sure of how to share your assets, you should be honest with your lawyer and tell them about it. You can also stop your lawyer using this information against you.

Your divorce attorney should not have access to any of your personal information. These details should be kept confidential until the final stages of your divorce proceedings. Your attorney will also be able to refer you to a local resource who can help you if you need to file a restraining order. Your lawyer will give you all the information necessary to make informed decisions. Your attorney will make sure the process goes smoothly.

Your attorney should not be told that you have had an affair. Your attorney will not be aware of the complications that come with an extramarital relationship. It could also lead to a lower settlement amount. You should never share this information with your attorney. This will allow your attorney to protect your best interests and your interests. However, if your attorney knows that you've been cheating, you should be honest with him or her.

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