When divorce is on the horizon, finding a lawyer can be overwhelming. The Harding Firm wants you to hire the best divorce lawyer in Gilbert, AZ. However, no two lawyers are exactly the same. When you are looking for the best divorce lawyer in Gilbert, AZ you should ask yourself:
1. Does the divorce lawyer have a consultation fee?
Beware of lawyers who charge for consultations. At The Harding Firm, your first thirty-minute consultation is free. We believe that lawyers should not charge consultation fees because the client-lawyer relationship is built on trust. It is important that the initial consultation allows the lawyer to assess whether they can help the client and for the client to decide whether they understand the attorney’s style. Attorney Harding will have you complete a questionnaire before you meet, so your time with her will be productive.
2. Have you talked to more than one divorce lawyer?
Attorney Kina Harding always recommends that you do your due diligence before hiring legal representation. No two attorneys are exactly alike. The client-attorney relationship is important. If you are seeking a divorce attorney, you are already under some amount of stress. If you do not like your attorney, their communication style, or their strategy, your case will be even more stressful.
3. Does the divorce lawyer bill hourly?
It is common for law offices to bill clients hourly. However, some offices bill on a flat rate basis. The Harding Firm utilizes a two-tier, flat-rate system for billing. Attorney Harding will often quote clients during their initial, free consultation based on the complexity of their case. The quote will be comprised of two tiers. The first tier will be the cost of representation if your case settles within ninety days. The second tier covers any representation after ninety days until the date of a final order.
This system is beneficial for clients for two reasons. First, it ensures the client can afford their attorney for the entirety of the case. Too often a client will hire an attorney and run out of money before their case concludes. If there is a flat-rate fee, the client can ensure they can afford all the representation they need. Second, flat rate attorneys are incentivized to resolve your case quickly.
Attorneys are not one-size-fits-all, and the best divorce attorney in Gilbert, AZ may vary based on a given client’s needs. If you think The Harding Firm may be a good fit for you, call to schedule your free consultation today.
