1) Thinking That a Divorce Is a Matter of Filing Papers.

Don’t fall into the trap of thinking that divorce is just a matter of filing papers. Not every divorce is the same. Each situation needs to be analyzed and tailored to meet your specific needs. Attorneys are licensed and authorized by the State of Arizona to give legal advice, nobody else can and nobody else should.

A divorce may involve:

Child Custody
Visitation Scheduling
Child Support Issues
Alimony
Evaluation of Assets
Division of Property
Debt Management

2) Not Knowing How to Present a Case.

When there is a disagreement between the parties, there will be a need to present your case before the Court in a manner that places your position in its best light. Our attorney will appear with you to do just that. Every legal dispute requires a plan of attack so that we maximize your chances of getting most of what you want.

3) Being Unfamiliar With the Court System.

Walking into a courtroom can be an intimidating experience. It’s something most people are not familiar with, and a misstep could have disastrous consequences.

4) Believing That Because You’re Right, You’re Going to Win.

Most people believe they’re right, and that because of that, they should easily get what they want. The facts and the law will determine whether or not you gain a favorable result. Sharing all your beliefs and concerns with your attorney so that a foundation of trust is built, is the surest and safest way of increasing the probabilities of success.

5) Failing to Understand That When You’re Involved in a Relationship that is Breaking Down, More Often Than Not YOU LACK OBJECTIVITY.

Going through a divorce is an emotional ordeal. Even though it will be difficult, this is the time to separate your emotions from the facts. The Courts will follow a rational, straight-forward approach, and your attorney can provide that objectivity while representing you and your position.

6) Opposing Counsel Will Be Intimidating.

If your spouse has hired an attorney, then you will be dealing with opposing counsel during the proceedings. Going through these proceedings without representation will place you at a disadvantage:

1) Opposing counsel knows more about the law and divorce strategies.
2) Opposing counsel knows how to present a case.
3) Opposing counsel is objective.

7) Handling a Family Law Matter Takes Time and Energy.

Working people, including homemakers, don’t have the time and energy to devote to divorce, custody, and support issues. An attorney will free your time and energy so you can focus on your work and children rather than on what you’re going to do next in your divorce proceeding or how you’re going to do it. Hiring an attorney is the “peace of mind” you need at a stressful time.

As you may have gathered by this information, we do not recommend going through a divorce or any other family law matter without an attorney.

Arizona law does not require an attorney, and so many people have chosen to submit papers that they filled out on their own or with the help of a document preparing service. The result is that thousands of documents are being rejected by the Arizona Courts each year. Worse than that, many of them were given the wrong legal advice by people not licensed as attorneys, and now they are out thousands of dollars or have lost valuable legal rights.

We trust this has been helpful to you. For any questions, please don’t hesitate to call us at 623-533-7091 or visit our website at www.warrenluccittiesq.com.

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