What to Look For When Hiring a Family Lawyer

1. How experienced is the attorney, as compared to others you’re considering?

2. What are the attorney’s credentials?

3. What is the attorney’s reputation among peers?

4. Is the attorney’s philosophy of practice compatible with yours?

5. Knowing that litigation is very traumatic and expensive, does your attorney have the reputation, experience, and credentials to resolve your case without litigation?

6. The fees charged by attorneys vary by location, experience and reputation. Are you seeking an attorney who appropriately meets your needs and your ability to pay?

7. Does the attorney display an empathetic awareness of family dynamics and divorce psychology?

8. Is the attorney associated with other experts that are able to present a team approach to difficult issues of resolution?

At Morganstern, MacAdams & DeVito, Mr. Brill works with Stan Morganstern and Pam MacAdams, both of whom have the same credentials and experience and are among the top legal educators in Ohio.