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One of the first things to think about is which skills you need from your lawyer. For instance, some
lawyers are great with court cases, but do not do mediation well. Some attorneys only specialize in
mediation, so it is best to only use these attorneys if you do not want to take your divorce to court.
Other lawyers are experts at helping you divide your assets fairly but may not offer all the services you
need when it comes to child custody. An attorney who has experience with the facets of divorce that are
relevant to your case will help to expedite the process and reduce some of the stress you are likely
already experiencing.
When you have an idea of the lawyers in your area that can provide the services you need, you can
make a decision about whether you want a collaborative divorce, mediation or a litigation divorce.
Consider the personality of the lawyers as it pertains to their specialties. For example, if you and your
spouse want to divorce amicably, do not hire a divorce attorney who is known for doing shrewd business
and using aggressive tactics to get you the alimony or child support funds you are seeking. However, if
your spouse has hired a high-powered attorney who does not specialize in mediation, you may need to
hire the same type of attorney so that you can receive the compensation you deserve.