In determining temporary attorney fees, if one party does not have the financial ability to hire an attorney and the other party has income (and/or assets), then this is a scenario where the court would most likely award temporary attorney fees.

In determining attorney fees at the end of the case, the financial resources of both parties is still the major factor considered by the court, but the court also can take into consideration other factors including whether the claims made by either party were without merit.

Copyright © 2009 Steven A. Leitman
Original posting on 904Divorce.com

Going through a divorce is traumatic. It saddens me to see people hire attorneys who gladly will waste their money and time fighting over trivial things that don’t matter. The cost both financially and emotionally can be tremendous.

We are lucky that in Jacksonville most of the attorneys who practice family law are committed to representing the best interest of their clients and not their own wallets/pocketbooks. Unfortunately there are still a handful of attorneys who don’t share this philosophy.

It’s not my place or style to give out names. I will only say that it is important to hire an attorney who has been recommended by someone who has actually worked with the attorney. When your consulting with an attorney ask them about their qualifications as well as their philosophy.

Divorce can be tough, make it easier by choosing the right attorney.