What Should I NOT Tell My Divorce Lawyer?

In most cases, the better question is not what you should avoid telling your divorce lawyer, but what you should make sure they know. Your attorney can only give you good advice if they understand the full situation.

Do not hide the hard facts

Do not hide facts because they are embarrassing, uncomfortable, or you think they may hurt your case. That can include information about finances, property, debt, relationships, communications with your spouse, parenting issues, prior legal problems, or anything else that could become relevant during the divorce. It is usually far better for your attorney to learn about a difficult fact from you than to be surprised by it later.

Do not give false information

You should also avoid giving your attorney information that you know is false or asking them to conceal assets, destroy evidence, or misrepresent facts. Being completely honest allows your lawyer to identify potential problems early and develop the best strategy for addressing them.

Be careful how you communicate

At the same time, be careful about where and how you communicate with your attorney. Conversations with your lawyer are generally intended to be confidential, but discussing legal advice in front of other people, forwarding attorney emails, or using shared accounts or devices can create unnecessary privacy issues.

Bring everything, and ask openly

When meeting with a divorce lawyer, bring the important facts and documents and ask questions openly. A good attorney is there to understand the situation, explain your options, and help you make informed decisions—not to judge you.

If you are considering divorce or dealing with another family law matter in Sherman, Grayson County, the surrounding North Texas area, or Southern Oklahoma, contact our office to discuss your situation and the legal options available to you.