Map the Maze

How to work with a lawyer

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Based on my work with clients these are the top tips I have for working with a lawyer in family mediation, to ensure you get the most out of this relationship:

  • get recommendations from friends as to good experiences
  • meet with lawyers to make sure you are comfortable with them and the team
  • ensure that you are working with an experienced family lawyer and not just someone who also does family work
  • understand that no lawyer will give you a guarantee
  • be prepared to ask lawyers for a range of outcomes - good day for you in court / bad day for you in court
  • be the client! don't forget the lawyer works for you.  
  • be conscious - make sure that you are making conscious decisions about how / when to rely on the lawyers
  • be transparent with your lawyers so they can give you the most relevant advice
  • be flexible - consider bringing in the solicitors to a mediation if helpful
  • and most importantly
  • be clear about your priorities with your lawyer - what do you most need (not want) to achieve so they can target their advice
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    Map the MazeBy Sala Sihombing

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