The
process of going through a divorce is difficult and taxing, often taking a very
real emotional toll on all parties involved. It is vital that you find a team
that works in partnership with you, providing the support, understanding and
compassion you need and, where possible, mitigating any further unnecessary
harm. There are many divorce lawyers to choose from in Melbourne, but when you
are selecting a solicitor to work with, there are three important considerations
to take into account:
Have a clear goal
in mind
Allow
yourself to be really candid and open; reflect upon the issues in your
relationship and why you have arrived at divorce being the only solution. Consider
you aim for both yourself and your family, as well as your lifestyle, living
situation and how this will impact the various aspects of your life.
A
good lawyer will provide guidance and counsel you on what is to be expected throughout
the entire process. It is important that you are provided with clear,
digestible advice that makes sense to you. This might mean using plain,
understandable English, or where English is not your first language, legal
advice can be provided in your language. Le Brun Glezakos has lawyers who are
fluent in French, Greek and Mandarin.
Knowledge and experience
are key
Is
the solicitor and experienced family law practitioner? Don’t be afraid to
conduct some background research into their experience in the field and where
their specialty lies. Le Brun Glezakos has knowledgeable and experienced
lawyers, who are accredited specialists in the field of Family Law by the Law
Institute of Victoria.
Be very clear
about any fees or services
Be
upfront about your budget and ask potential solicitors about their fees. It is
important to understand this from the outset and manage expectations early on.
Solicitors in Melbourne can be expensive and their fee structures often confusing.
Le
Brun Glezakos provides fixed fee quotations and does not charge compound fees
should additional staff need to become involved. Furthermore, we offer an
initial 30 minute consultation that is free of charge, to assist in
understanding and assessing your situation and options and to discover what Le
Brun Glezakos can do to help!
