Services
Each
case is different so I invite you to call me at
(860) 228-9716
to discuss which option is best for you.
There is no
charge for the initial phone consultation.
1. Traditional Representation
You hire me to be your attorney
for your divorce or family case and I file an Appearance and represent
you in your case. This applies whether your case is uncontested,
partially contested or fully contested. I will prepare and
file documents for you, negotiate with the other party on
your behalf and will represent you in court at
any hearing. My goal will be to focus on what is in your
best interest. I will try to reach a settlement with the
other side for you if you so desire. However, if the parties
cannot reach an agreement, then I will strongly advocate
on your behalf in court.
2. Collaborative Divorce
You hire me to be your attorney and your spouse also hires an attorney. Both parties
sign an agreement that they will work cooperatively without
court intervention or
litigation. The parties and their lawyers have meetings
with each other to try to reach an agreement. Oftentimes a neutral coach and financial consultant also participate in the meetings. The goal is to reach an agreement through teamwork. However, if one party
decides to stop negotiating and go to court, then the lawyers
must withdraw and the parties must hire new lawyers to represent
them in court.
3.
Mediation
Both parties hire me to act as a Mediator,
and I help the parties reach a settlement. I act in a neutral fashion
and do not take sides. I do not represent either party and will not
act exclusively
in either party�s best interest. Instead, I help the parties to identify
issues, gather information and communicate with each other so that
they can reach a mutually desirable agreement. I also help the
parties evaluate their options and explain the ramifications of those
options. Oftentimes, the parties represent themselves, and I assist them in
filling out documents. I will recommend to each party to
hire an
independent
lawyer who can provide
legal advice along the way and at the end of the case prior to the
final hearing.
4.
Consulting
You decide to represent yourself in your divorce or family case but you hire me to provide you with
advice along the way as you handle the divorce or family case. This may include providing information on the law or reviewing
documents or doing legal research.
I will not appear in court for you, file any documents in court or speak to other side on your behalf.
5.
Real Estate Closings
I assist clients in real estate closings as their attorney for the sale of property or as their attorney and title insurance agent for the purchase of property or for the refinance of mortgages.
Call for a no-cost initial phone consultation
1-860-228-9716
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