Greensburg Family Law Attorneys
Have you recently left your spouse or are considering doing so? Do you think that your spouse may be filing for divorce? If so, now is the time to talk to an attorney. It is important that you understand your rights and obligations. An experienced divorce lawyer can educate you on the process and inform you of these rights and obligations. At the law firm of David K. Lucas and Associates, we have more than 34 years of combined experience that we are ready to put to work for you. We offer confidential domestic consult appointments to answer any questions that you have and to fully explain the process of going through a divorce. For a small consult fee you can get answers to the questions you have.
Three most common mistakes made in a divorce:
1. Taking action before you know your legal rights. Divorce actions are complex matters governed by rules that sometimes do not make sense. It is extremely important from the very beginning to understand these rules. Too often, I hear from prospective clients that they have taken some action prior to consulting with an attorney. This action may be something as simple as telling your spouse that you intend to file for a divorce or something more severe such as moving out of the marital residence. These actions may appear to be insignificant but they can have a damaging effect upon your legal rights in a divorce case. It is very important for you to consult with a domestic attorney prior to taking any action even one as simple as letting your spouse know that you wish to separate.
At this consultation, we can review your particular situation and advise you as to the best possible method for moving forward so that your legal rights are protected.
2. Getting legal advice from family and friends. Family and friends do play an important role in assisting you through a divorce case. However, very rarely are they able to provide sound legal advice. In most cases their advice is based upon what they have heard from friends, seen on TV or experienced themselves in their own divorce. The divorce rules are very complex and sometimes can be confusing. In addition, our state legislature and courts change these rules regularly. Relying upon the legal advice of family and friends can result in irreparable harm.
We do understand the pressures that are put upon a person going through a divorce. To the extent that you rely upon family and friends for advice, we encourage their participation in the process. Family and friends can provide a tremendous amount of assistance to you if they understand the current rules and laws pertaining to a divorce.
3. Working out agreements with your spouse prior to seeing an attorney. Attempting to resolve the legal issues of a divorce without a full and complete understanding of your rights and obligations can cause harm to your divorce case. While we do encourage parties to a divorce to discuss resolution of issues without need of litigation it is very important that you have an understanding of your rights and obligations prior to having the "meeting at the kitchen table." It is very foolish for you to negotiate settlement of issues without an understanding of your legal rights and obligations. Please keep in mind that your spouse may have already consulted with or retained an attorney prior to this meeting. He/she may be fully aware of their legal rights and obligations putting you at a significant disadvantage.
At David K. Lucas and Associates we can prepare you for this meeting giving you the information and instruction you need to make certain that your legal rights are protected.
Contact us at 888-728-9026 for a free initial telephone consultation with a divorce and family law attorney and to set up a domestic consult appointment.
The lawyers of David K. Lucas and Associates are available to assist with all family law matters. We are here for people in Greensburg and throughout Westmoreland County, including Murrysville, Irwin, Latrobe, Mount Pleasant, and North Huntingdon.
Divorce is actually a series of separate legal actions. We are available to seamlessly assist you with all of them. Our family law attorneys can help with matters related to:
- Divorce
- Child custody and child visitation
- Child support
- Alimony/spousal support
- Equitable distribution of marital property
- Stepparent adoption
- Grandparent rights
We believe in customer service. To us, hiring a lawyer means that lawyer will handle your case. It means that your questions will be answered by an attorney. At no point will your case be passed to an inexperienced paralegal or secretary.
We are committed to helping you through this challenging process. Our family lawyers know that you have many questions. We will be here for you with the answers you need. We work hard to exceed your expectations.
To schedule a free telephone consultation, contact our family law and divorce attorneys at 888-728-9026.