Are you going through a divorce or de facto separation and are considering hiring a lawyer or are already working with one? Listen to this podcast episode designed to help you. Explore the top ten things you should consider doing to make communication more effective and to help make the process easier for your lawyer (which in turn can save you money) These practical easy to implement tips will empower you, strengthen your client-lawyer relationship, and improve your chances of a favourable outcome. Tune in now for valuable insights. Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone's situation is different. Click here to learn more about your DIY DIVORCE BLUEPRINT CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR FREE DISCLOSURE CHECKLIST GUIDE Click here for our free before you leave checklist Click here for our free mediation checklist Sign up here for our next free online webinar Waitlist for our self represent in the family court course Top Ten Practical Tips to Delight Your Divorce Lawyer and Slash Legal Expenses You Don't Want to Miss Out On Why does it matter to tell the truth when dealing with a lawyer? How does telling the truth help the lawyer and the client? Do lawyers terminate the relationship with clients who tell lies? What are the benefits of being truthful in a case? Do lawyers get in trouble if their client tells lies in court? Why should emails be preferred over phone calls when communicating with a lawyer? How does having a separate email address for legal matters help in communication? What can happen if important emails are missed in a general email account? How can CC and reference numbers help in tracking communication with a lawyer? Why is it important to use specific subject lines in emails? How does using specific subject lines and reference numbers help lawyers in filing and organisation? How were communication and filing done in the past compared to the present? What are the advantages of using emails over phone calls for communication? Why is it important to respond quickly in phone calls and emails to save costs? What should be done when the other party sends a letter to be reviewed? How can writing responses in a word document and sending it to the lawyer be helpful? Why do some people fail to answer all the questions in email responses? What is the preferred method of responding to letters from the other party? Reasons why taking a chronology or a timeline to a lawyer is helpful for your lawyer? What information should be included in the chronology or timeline? Why is being on time important when meeting with a lawyer? Is it difficult for lawyers to be punctual? Why is it important not to bring USB sticks to the lawyer and instead provide documents via email or other means? What are the risks associated with using USB sticks to provide documents? Should documents be printed out or emailed before meeting with a lawyer? Why is it important to give your lawyer permission to text you? Can you provide tips for dealing with a manipulative or controlling ex during the legal process? What actions can be taken to handle a manipulative or controlling ex through the lawyer? Are there any additional tips for dealing with a high-conflict ex during the legal process? How can one navigate the legal process if their ex is avoidant? How can communication be made less threatening for an avoidant ex? What steps can be taken to alleviate anxiety associated with receiving communication from the lawyer during an amicable divorce? If you need emergency help you can also contact: WOMEN'S SHELTER SERVICE LEGAL AID Lifeline 13 11 14 Mensline Australia 1300 789 978 Kids Help Line 1800 551 800 Aboriginal Family Domestic Violence Hotline 1800 019 123 Relationships Australia Police on 000 DVConnect Womensline on 1800 811 811 (24 hours, 7 days a week) Note: This number is not recorded on your phone bill DV Connect Mensline on 1800 600 636 National DV line on 1800 737 732.1800RESPECT 1800 737 732 Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on the next practical steps and guide to your divorce or de facto separation coming soon. And, if you've found this episode helpful, please leave a rating and a review so it can help others. Thank you. Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone's situation is different.

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