Divorce Attorney Questions - Signs of Child Abuse

All reported cases of child abuse are not prosecuted under criminal statutes. Nevertheless, a divorce attorney can prevent further abuse under court supervision. Abuse is generally considered to fit within one of four categories: physical, emotional, sexual, and neglect. Anyone can neglect a child, and based on numerous studies of child abuse cases, small children know their abuser in over 90% of reported cases. The early warning signs of child abuse include:

• feelings of insecurity which cause withdrawal from family and friends
• a tendency for increased sleeplessness
• paranoia and irrational fear of ordinary circumstances
• unusual or unexpected depression
• sudden changes in eating habits or weight
• increased frequency of nightmares
• unexplained anger and emotional out bursts
• displays of low self-esteem and self-loathing
• increased concern over marinating distance and privacy

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 divorce 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.