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What to Bring When Meeting With a Divorce Attorney

Monday, March 1, 2010 by Catharine M. Venzon

It will make the first meeting with your divorce lawyer time-effective if you are organized before your first meeting. You may want to call ahead and ask the lawyer what paperwork and information is necessary for you to have with you. Some divorce law firms may have a client intake form already prepared which you will need to complete before the meeting which includes pertinent information to get you started.

This list touches on some of the items you should have with you at your initial meeting with a divorce attorney. You may not have all of these items.

Reason you are seeking a divorce
Contact information for you and your spouse
   o Date of birth
   o Social Security number
   o Any alias names
   o Address
   o Phone number
   o Place of employment
Information relating to your child(ren)
   o Name
   o Date of birth
   o Concerns about their welfare
   o A general idea of their needs
Asset information
   o Financial statements
   o Bank statements
   o Last year’s income tax returns
   o Real estate
   o Motor vehicles
Debts information
   o Credit cards
   o Mortgage
   o Home equity line of credit
   o Personal loans
   o Car loans or lease information
Legal Documents
   o Prenuptial Agreement
   o Postnuptial Agreement
   o Order of Protection
   o Judgment
Estate planning
   o Will
   o Advanced Directive
   o Powers of Attorney

There are many things you will need to discuss with a divorce lawyer, which you may not initially think of. Although divorce kits can be found on line, it is highly recommend you don’t tackle these issues yourself. A Buffalo divorce lawyer will mitigate any emotional and financial concerns you may have. Also, a divorce attorney will be well-versed in residency requirements and New York divorce laws.

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Buffalo, New York 14202
(716) 854-7888

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Posted at 11:15 AM

Topic: Divorce