Plymouth County Divorce Attorney
You may think that getting a divorce in Bristol or Plymouth counties is just like a divorce anywhere else in Massachusetts. You may also think it really doesn't matter who your attorney is, as long as he or she is licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
This type of thinking can have significant implications for your future, as not knowing the procedures in the Bristol or Plymouth County probate and family courts can slow up your divorce or result in a devastating outcome.
Get the Home-Court Advantage in Bristol and Plymouth Counties
At The Massachusetts Family Law Group (MFLG), our lawyers provide clients seeking divorce on the south shore of Massachusetts with a home-court advantage. We know the preferences of the judges and the subtle differences in court procedures that can make the difference between a smooth court hearing and a rocky one. We can anticipate how your judge will respond to a particular motion. All this knowledge is invaluable when developing a strategy for your divorce in the Fall River, New Bedford, Plymouth or Brockton courts. To learn the must-know court-specific information you need, to your specific court at the upper-right portion of the page.
Thinking About Representing Yourself?
Some people try to save money and time by representing themselves. We strongly urge people to not do this, especially in the extremely busy Probate and Family Courts of Bristol and Plymouth counties. Because of the heavy caseloads, cases are first heard by the probation department. This has some advantages because it helps clarify the issues over which you and your spouse disagree, and you will know what matters need to go before the judge. However, this advantage exists whether or not you represent yourself. The disadvantages of self-representation, whether before the judge or the probation officer, include:
- You probably don't know the approaches that have worked in the past with the judge that has been assigned to your case. Our lawyers do. They have probably appeared before your judge countless times.
- You are probably unaware of the subtle differences in procedures and preferences between the courts in the state — or even between judges in the same county. Being aware of these variations can make the difference between a successful outcome and one that pleases no one.
- The judge will hold you to the same standards as attorneys must abide by; this is mandated by state law.
Self-representation is not a good idea – whether you are on the South Shore, South Coast or on Cape Cod. You may make mistakes that will have lasting impacts on your life, your children, your future and your finances. The stakes are simply too high.
Contact a South Shore Divorce Attorney
Our Plymouth law office serves clients in the South Shore counties of Massachusetts, including Brockton, Hingham, Bridgewater, New Bedford and Fall River. Contact us at (800) 299-DIVORCE to learn how we can help you achieve your goals and protect your rights.
