Three Common Questions And Answers For Those Contemplating Divorce

Posted on 24 July 2016

Divorce can be among the most stressful issues that many people will face. This can be especially true for those that have a limited understanding about what they should expect during this legal procedure. If you have never been through a divorce, learning the answers to the following three questions will give you a better appreciation for what should be expected during these procedures. What Will Be Involved With A Contested Divorce? [Read More]

Are You Entitled To A Lawyer In A Divorce?

Posted on 6 July 2016

Everyone knows you're entitled to have a free lawyer appointed for you in a criminal case from hearing TV show police officers read people their rights. But what about family law cases? Are you entitled to a lawyer in a divorce? The 6th Amendment Only Applies to Criminal Cases Lawyers are appointed for free in criminal cases to protect the 6th Amendment right to an attorney. However, this interpretation of the 6th Amendment only applies to criminal court. [Read More]

4 Ways A Family Lawyer Can Help With Your Divorce

Posted on 20 June 2016

If you are going through a divorce, things can get messy, especially if children are involved. It can also start to get more complicated if you and your spouse are not able to compromise on some of the aspects of the outcome of the divorce. Here are four ways a family lawyer can help you: Reduce Stress: First off, getting divorced can be highly stressful. On top of your life changing drastically, you also have to be well put together for court meetings and you have to watch what you say and what you do to help yourself achieve the best outcome from your divorce. [Read More]

3 Things To Do If You're In A Car Accident To Protect Your Legal Rights

Posted on 1 June 2016

No one ever plans on being in a car accident so when you suddenly find yourself on the side of the road with damage to your car, it can be difficult to think straight. That said, the first minutes immediately following a car accident can be critical if you want to protect your legal rights. That's why it's important to educate yourself ahead of time about what to do if you are ever in a car accident so that if the situation ever does arise, you will be able to take control of the situation. [Read More]

About Me

Divorce Attorney or Do-It-Yourself?

Hi, and welcome to my website. My name is Janice Flannigan, and the reason for this blog is to share my divorce experience. My ex-husband and I started out thinking we could divorce without attorneys. We thought things would be cut and dry. All we had to do was figure out our assets and split them down the middle. We don’t have children, so there would be no custody or child support issues. We both work full-time, so there would be no alimony concerns. The process should've be simple, right? On paper it sounded easy, but what the paper doesn’t tell you is that emotions are going to come into play. It’s a divorce after all. How can the parties not become emotional? We ended up hiring attorneys, and both felt better about the process. I hope I can help you should you ever be in a similar situation.