No matter
what your circumstances, discussing your situation with a qualified and
compassionate family solicitor
is an important and effective way to
reach the best possible resolution.
Whether
you’re seeking a divorce or you need to discuss child care arrangements,
talking to a highly-trained solicitor is one of the most important things you
can do. However, if the thought of doing so feels overwhelming, read on for our
top tips for preparing for your first consultation:
Find out what you need to take
Before you
arrive at your meeting, it’s a good idea to call ahead and find out exactly
what you need to bring. Depending on your circumstances, you will need to bring
different types of documentation, such as bank statements, marriage
certificates or child support letters, so don’t leave this to guesswork.
Calling ahead will allow you to prepare as much as possible and prevent any
delays in the proceedings.
Make a note of any questions you have
It’s not
uncommon for your mind to draw a blank when you’re feeling nervous. To avoid
this, make a note of any questions you think of before the meeting; this will
act as a valuable prompt if you forget what you wanted to ask. Make sure you
take a pen along with you so you can jot down the answers to your questions and
any other valuable pieces of information you’d like to remember.
Ask for support
If this is a
difficult time for you, it’s important to ask for support from a trusted
friend, colleague or family member. Even if you don’t want to talk about the
content of your meetings, having someone on hand to drive you to your
solicitor’s office or to simply grab a cup of coffee afterwards could make a
world of difference.
When it
comes to discussing your personal circumstances, making sure you hire a trusted
solicitor is the best thing you can do to settle any concerns you may have. A
compassionate solicitor will be able to discuss your case honestly and fairly,
in addition to giving you valuable and up-to-date legal advice.
Based in the Nottingham area, we at Hawley &
Rodgers are proud to offer just this, with a team of professional solicitors
specialising in family law, conveyancing, commercial law and much more. For
more information about how we at Hawley & Rodgers could help you, please
don’t hesitate to
get in touch
today.
