CONSULTATION

Clicking here will take you to our brief, completely confidential questionnaire concerning your matter/circumstance.
We will be notified of your completed questionnaire, at which point we will send you an email to either:

  1. Send you more information about the consultation process, OR

  2. Provide you with an excellent referral to another LLLT or attorney (if we are unable to take on your case).

Consultation FAQs

Q: Where will the consultation take place?
A: Our office is 100% remote, so most consults are conducted via Zoom or over the phone.

Q: What if I hate Zoom and the phone and just want to meet in person?
A: Completely understandable. If you prefer an in-person consultation, we are more than happy to accommodate. Sarah would be happy to meet with you in a public space like a local coffee shop of your choosing or in the law library meeting room.

Q: How long is the consultation?
A: One hour.

Q: Is it free?
A: While many legal practitioners offer free initial consultations, we do not—and for a few very good reasons. Before the consultation, we take some time to review your provided information and, if applicable, we review your case in advance to better understand your context. Further, there is no expectation nor obligation at the conclusion of the consultation to hire our firm to assist you further, which may not always be the case for free consultations. Lastly, Sarah’s time is valuable; she has been working in family law for nearly a decade and has a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and practical advice to offer. We charge a one-time, nonrefundable fee of $100 for an hour of Sarah’s time, which is less than her regular hourly rate.

Q: My spouse and I agree on the terms of the divorce but just need guidance with paperwork. Can they attend the consultation with me?
A: Unfortunately, no. The consult may only be attended by one party; however, you are welcome to take any information gathered at the consultation to your spouse.

Q: Is there anything I need to do to prepare for the consultation in advance?
A: Our goal is for you to get the absolute most out of your consultation, so it is always advisable to make some notes about things you want to discuss with Sarah, including any legal questions you may have. If you have a case that has been filed with the court, you’re more than welcome to email us any related documents ahead of time.

The following are family law topics with which we can assist
(provided the case does not exceed the LLLT’s scope of authorized practice):

  • Divorce/Legal Separation

    The decision to leave a marriage is never an easy nor simple one, so it is invaluable to have an experienced legal professional to help with dividing real property, assets, liabilities, possible spousal maintenance, and any other applicable issues that come up along the way.

    Not sure whether to pursue a legal separation or divorce? We can help.

  • Child Support

    Calculating child support can get complicated, so it is imperative to seek counsel from an experienced legal professional who is knowledgeable about the necessary procedures and processes to establish a child support order pursuant to local and state law.

  • Parenting Plan

    A parenting plan is the key to insuring your child’s residential schedule is crafted with their absolute best interests in mind. It is a long, complicated legal document, so having a trustworthy legal professional help you put one together is invaluable.

  • Spousal Maintenance

    Also known as spousal support or alimony, some divorce/legal separation parties may qualify to receive spousal support from the other party depending on several factors per state law.

    While there is myriad “alimony calculators” available online to determine the amount and duration for your particular context, it is ultimately in one’s best interest to seek assistance from an experienced legal practitioner who knows the law to help navigate this.

  • Contempt

    Just as things don’t always go according to plan, some people just do not know how to follow instructions.

    If a party in a family law action violates a signed court order (i.e. doesn’t follow the parenting plan schedule, isn’t paying the child support they were ordered to pay, etc.), it could be grounds for a contempt finding. Talking to a legal professional about this is very important to determine whether or not they qualify for pursuing a contempt finding.

  • Domestic Violence Protection Orders (DVPOs)

    Assisting with filing protection orders is within an LLLT’s scope of authorized practice.

    However, if you are in need of one immediately, please contact your local superior court for instructions as soon as possible. Some counties even offer an online option to file for a protection order.

  • Committed Intimate Relationship (CIR)

    LLLTs are authorized to advise and assist on CIR matters only as they pertain to parenting and support issues. If there is property involved, one would need to seek counsel through an attorney.

  • Non-Parental Custody

    LLLTs are authorized to advise and assist in adequate cause hearings for Non-Parental Custody matters–however, they are not authorized to offer any further legal services following that hearing.

    If the case proceeded after the adequate cause hearing, one would need to seek counsel through an attorney.

  • Minor Guardianships

    If the minor guardianship matter is agreed or defaulted, an LLLT can help. If it is contested, one would need to seek counsel through an attorney.

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