


24 Essential Questions For Your First Consultation With A Family Law Attorney
The first meeting with a divorce attorney can feel like stepping into a world you never asked to be part of—but now that you're here, you're not going in blind. You're going in informed, intentional, and ready to advocate for yourself.
This guide is your pre-consultation power move. It was designed to give you the clarity and confidence you need to walk into that attorney’s office with purpose. Whether you’re just starting the divorce process or re-evaluating your legal support, these 24 curated questions help you clarify your needs, assess your options, and build a strategy rooted in what matters most to you—not just what the system allows.
With this must-have legal prep tool, you’ll:
Learn what to ask to assess whether your attorney aligns with your values and goals
Clarify the legal process and your rights from the very beginning
Gain insight into costs, timelines, custody, and asset division before surprises arise
Feel confident advocating for yourself—without second-guessing or self-silencing
Replace passive listening with active, empowered decision-making
This isn’t just about gathering information—it’s about owning your role as a trailblazer in your divorce process.
Legal empowerment starts with the right questions.
The first meeting with a divorce attorney can feel like stepping into a world you never asked to be part of—but now that you're here, you're not going in blind. You're going in informed, intentional, and ready to advocate for yourself.
This guide is your pre-consultation power move. It was designed to give you the clarity and confidence you need to walk into that attorney’s office with purpose. Whether you’re just starting the divorce process or re-evaluating your legal support, these 24 curated questions help you clarify your needs, assess your options, and build a strategy rooted in what matters most to you—not just what the system allows.
With this must-have legal prep tool, you’ll:
Learn what to ask to assess whether your attorney aligns with your values and goals
Clarify the legal process and your rights from the very beginning
Gain insight into costs, timelines, custody, and asset division before surprises arise
Feel confident advocating for yourself—without second-guessing or self-silencing
Replace passive listening with active, empowered decision-making
This isn’t just about gathering information—it’s about owning your role as a trailblazer in your divorce process.
Legal empowerment starts with the right questions.