Preparing for Your Initial Consultation
It is important to make the most of your time when you meet with your attorney. Prior to your appointment make a list of questions that you want to remember to ask. Remember that all communications with your attorney are confidential and privileged. It is always important to be truthful and honest with your attorney as an attorney cannot fully assess your situation without all relevant information.
Other items which will be helpful to bring with you to your consultation:
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Completed Client Intake Form |
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List of questions |
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Copies of any legal documents (prenuptial agreements, documents relating to pending or previous cases - injunctions, dependency, prior dissolution) |
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Law enforcement reports (if applicable) relating to either party |
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Chronology (time line) of important marriage/relationship events |
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Employment information for both you and the opposing party |
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Social security number, driver's license number, address for opposing party |
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Child(ren)'s name, date of birth, place of birth and social security number |
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Last 3 years of income tax returns |
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Last 3 months of paystubs (if employed) |
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Asset information (investments, savings, stocks, retirement, motor vehicles etc.) |
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Debt information (including mortgage) - who is owed and how much |
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Current fair market value of real estate |
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Mental health history of either party |
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Criminal history of either party |
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History of substance abuse by either party |
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