Divorce Attorney Questions - Physical Child Abuse

The legal definition of family violence is evolving. In particular, acceptable forms of child punishment are subject to scrutiny by family law and criminal courts. Divorce attorneys argue daily over the line of distinction between parental spanking as compared to the criminal act of assault and battery. Both acts are based upon similar intent - the intentional infliction of physical pain upon another person. Question: should courts excuse assault and battery if a perpetrator chooses a victim who is a minor and defenseless? The answer today is clearly - No. Nevertheless, proponents of parental spanking remain in the majority.

When meeting with a divorce attorney for the first time

A series of important events begins to unfold when meeting with a divorce attorney for the first time. Instinctively, you cannot help but observe the professional environment of each law office. You will know within the first few minutes if you would be confident allowing this firm to represent your legal needs in a public forum. Take notes before you go. Ask all legal questions you consider important. Most attorneys offer free first consultations, and the few minutes you spend interviewing several attorneys will provide you with a firm foundation of free legal advice.

Divorce attorneys are skeptical when signing new clients who demand unreasonable results. Aggressive behavior is a common trait among trial lawyers, yet client aggressiveness demanding unreasonable expectations is seldom productive. Talk to divorce attorneys. Tell them what you think is reasonable, and tell them what you want. They will provide you with estimated results and fees, and  free legal advice based on current laws. All information you provide an attorney regarding your case is protected by the attorney client privilege. Confidential information cannot be divulged, and is essential to allow any attorney to create the best possible course of action based upon credible, admissible evidence.