- March 27, 2025
- Family Law
Knowledge Is Power
Why Knowing Which Questions to Ask a Family Law Attorney Is Important
In certain situations — like divorce, child support disputes, and adoption, to name a few — engaging a family law attorney is not a luxury . . . it is a necessity. The advice, counsel, and support of this professional can substantially impact your future.
Identifying the right family law attorney for your specific needs is an important step as you strive to handle the challenges life has presented. Not all professionals are created equal.
Researching family law firms is a valuable investment.
Make time to review the websites of lawyers in your area and take advantage of the free consultations most offer. The information you gather during these meetings can help you locate and engage the most appropriate firm for your specific needs.
Best Questions to Ask When Hiring a Family Lawyer
After you spend some time on the websites of attorneys who specialize in family law, you should be able to select a handful who appear to have the qualifications necessary to help you. That said, you never want to engage an attorney without meeting them. The information you can gain through personal Interaction is incredibly valuable.
To make an informed decision, you should approach each of these meetings with a list of questions. Bringing them with you can be extremely helpful as it is easy to get sidetracked during conversation. A formal list can guide your meeting as well as serve as the reminder you need to raise all pertinent issues during the time you have together.
Below is a list of valuable questions to ask of your potential family law attorneys. Pay close attention to the answers they provide; they will help you to decide with whom to work.
How Long Have You Practiced Law?
To be blunt, experience matters. You want to work with a professional who has handled cases like yours. Additionally, those who have established practices in the location where you will be filing your case will have developed working relationships with other attorneys and judges and knowledge of how the local legal system operates, all of which will be beneficial to you.
What Is Your Primary Area of Practice?
Working with a firm that specializes in family law is important; it means that this is their sole focus. Attorneys with a directed practice are able to stay up-to-date on changes in the law making them a valuable resource. Keep in mind that most family law firms provide counsel to individuals on a variety of issues including divorce, parenting agreements, and child support. Several of these are related, and this additional experience can prove to be very valuable.
Can You Describe How You Work With Your Clients?
The answer to this question is telling. Family law situations can be emotional, and tempers often flare. You want to work with professionals who are adept at calmly managing disagreements between parties and who understand and appreciate how overwhelming these decisions can be.
It is also a good idea to ask how the attorneys handle clients’ questions as the legal process progresses. Do you need to schedule time to talk? Is there an open-door policy? Must you submit questions via email? Keep in mind that there is no right answer, but you do want to work with professionals whose process matches your needs and expectations.
What Dispute Resolution Methods Do You Leverage?
A seasoned family law attorney will have experience in several dispute resolution tools, including arbitration, mediation, and litigation. Ask the professional with whom you are speaking to explain their experience with each and provide examples of success.
What Is Your Experience In Managing Cases Like Mine?
While you want to work with a family law attorney, that categorization alone is simply not enough for you to move forward. You want to understand the experience they have handling cases like yours and clients like you. If you are of high-net worth and divorcing, you want your family law attorney to have worked with others in a similar financial position; they should have experience in valuing assets. You want to avoid making costly errors. You also should inquire as to the results of the cases they have handled. Knowing what to expect is an important key to making a wise decision.
Can You Explain Your Fee Structure?
Nobody likes surprises, especially when it comes to money. This is why it is crucial to understand, upfront, the attorney’s fee structure and what and how you will be charged. If the attorney works on an hourly basis, ask how many hours they believe your case will take. While they may not be able to provide you with an exact number, because we all know that issues can arise, they should be able to provide an estimate.
A thorough discussion should also address possible additional costs, including fees for expert witnesses and court filings. You must completely understand all potential costs upfront. Finally, remember, the fees you are charged correlate directly to a professional’s time and experience; legal costs are an investment in your future and that of your family.
Can You Provide References?
As a service provider, the most accurate testament to the quality of work a family attorney provides comes from past clients. They can talk about their experience and provide you with a base of information you can use when making your final determination on who to engage to help you with your issues.
Price Family Law Is Ready to Help You
Answering Your Questions Is Our Pleasure
At Price Family Law, our team, led by Trista Price, understands and appreciates that family law is intensely personal; the outcome of a case has long-lasting, often permanent, impacts on the client and their family. We recognize that identifying and engaging the right family law attorney is a serious decision — one that requires both attention and time.
As part of our dedication to providing the highest quality service to individuals in and around Denver, we offer all potential clients with a free consultation. During this meeting we will provide complete answers to all of your questions. Transparency regarding our service and fees is important. Our ultimate goal is to exceed client expectations. The first step toward achieving it is setting realistic expectations regarding how we work.
Only you can determine the right answers to the questions you raise. What is ideal for one person may be unacceptable to someone else. At Price Family Law, we pride ourselves on providing hands-on, responsive service. We are well aware that we serve people, not solve cases. The work we do impacts lives, and we take our responsibility seriously
Contact Us Today
If you are struggling with family issues and need the assistance of a Denver family law attorney, the time to start researching is now. At Price Family Law, we realize these matters can be quite urgent, and we are available to meet with you immediately.
Our reputation for providing the highest quality service in a caring and compassionate manner is outstanding. We treat all clients as if they were members of our family, and their concerns are always welcome.
The only silly question is one not asked.
Reach out to our team today at 720-615-1750 and schedule a free consultation. We welcome the opportunity to answer your questions and look forward to sharing how we can be of service.
