March 22, 2010 - William L. Henry IV
If you are facing a divorce in Castle Rock, then you are probably going through one of the most stressful times in your life. Not only are you trying to figure out what the "new you" will look like post-divorce, but you need to find a divorce attorney to represent you Here are some things to look for in your divorce lawyer:
1. Consider hiring local: Hiring a local Castle Rock divorce attorney can provide you with cost savings. If you live in Castle Rock, your case will probably be filed in Douglas County. The Douglas County district court, the court where your case will be filed, sits in Castle Rock. Because most attorneys charge hourly, you will avoid having to pay your lawyer to drive long distances to the court house. Most lawyers charge at least $200 an hour (and some as high as $450 per hour), so the savings can be huge.
2. Consider your case: Your divorce will require a lot of information. A divorce unwinds years of marriage, both financially and physically. A divorce in Colorado requires volumes of information - paystubs, sworn financial statements, tax returns, and retirement account information--and that is just to get started. Your attorney in your divorce will need that all of that information and more. If you live or work near Castle Rock, then having a Castle Rock divorce lawyer who has an office accessible can make life much easier and convenient.
3. Workload: Can your divorce attorney handle the workload? Does the divorce lawyer have enough time to devote to the case. Are there other divorce attorneys that can handle the case if your lawyer has a scheduling conflict or is otherwise unavailable?
4. Experience: Can your divorce attorney in Castle Rock handle your matter? For example, you may need a lawyer with experience in child support, divorce, maintenance (alimony) cases, contempt motions, or post decree matters. Make sure your Castle Rock divorce attorney has the experience your case needs.
5. Cost: It is important to have a discussion with your attorney regarding how he or she charges and what it may costs. Although all cases are unique, your lawyer should be able to give you a feel for what your case may cost.