Tips To Help You Succeed In Divorce Court

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Tips To Help You Succeed In Divorce Court
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• The contentious nature of divorce is a
  challenging experience for everyone, whether you
  are beginning the process or you are waiting for
  the ink to dry on your decree. Almost
  universally, however, the most intimidating
  aspect for divorcing clients is actually stepping
  foot into court.
• Since most people do not have much familiarity
  with courtroom procedure, this can be an
  extremely nerve-wracking experience. The
  importance of conducting yourself properly during
  your hearings cannot be overstated the judge
  presiding over your case is extremely busy and
  you have a very limited amount of time to make a
  positive impression.
• Because your courtroom demeanor can influence a
  judges opinion and thus the possible outcome of
  your divorce, it is important to begin preparing
  yourself for what to expect when your day in
  court arrives.

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Strategize With Your Attorney

• You should never have to go into a hearing blind.
  Good divorce attorneys will always brief their
  clients on what the hearing will cover, what your
  role will be, an outline of how the hearing is
  conducted and what to expect.
• No matter the type of hearing you are attending,
  be sure to set time aside with your attorney to
  review the fine details of what is going to be
  discussed and what the process entails so you are
  not caught off guard.
• With the advice of an experienced attorney, you
  will feel much more comfortable standing before
  the judge.

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Dress For Success

• While society may have become more relaxed on
  what is considered proper business attire, a
  courtroom is not the place to sport your casual
  Friday apparel.
• The courthouse is an institution that demands
  respect, and how you dress can be perceived as a
  reflection of the respect you are showing.
• A good rule of thumb is to dress and groom
  yourself for court as if you are going to a job
  interview. A plain, nondescript suit and tie is
  the best option, and you should make sure that
  you are clean with your hair combed and your
  beard trimmed.
• It is also a good idea to avoid dressing above
  your means. If you are trying to argue that you
  cannot afford high maintenance payments, an
  Armani suit will contrast with your statements
  regarding your ability to pay.

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Show Respect to Everyone

• While it is obvious that you must treat the judge
  with respect, how you conduct yourself when
  answering questions from the opposing counsel is
  just as important.
• Although you may feel opposing counsel is the
  enemy and it is only natural to get angry about
  untrue accusations, you must remain calm and not
  let your emotions get the better of you
  respectful responses to blatantly false
  allegations will go much farther with the judges
  perception of you than angry outbursts.
• While it may be difficult at times and you may
  feel a lack of respect from others (including the
  judge), taking the high road is a far better way
  to make a strong and positive impression on the
  court.

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Be Self-Aware

• Even when it is not your turn to speak or someone
  else has center stage, how you conduct yourself
  can influence the judge. Body language can be
  just as loud as screaming, so you must keep
  yourself under control at all times.
• Shooting daggers at your ex whenever you look her
  way, rolling your eyes when someone else is
  speaking, shaking your head when you disagree,
  etc., will not help your cause and will be
  perceived as disrespectful.
• Keeping a poker face while horrific allegations
  are leveled against you will be challenging, but
  you must focus on keeping your expressions and
  actions neutral.Do your best to present an image
  of strength, respect and confidence, which means
  not only avoiding contentious body language, but
  also keeping proper posture and refraining from
  nervous behaviors.
• Obviously, divorce court is an unpleasant and
  difficult experience for anyone. However, proper
  preparation will go a long way toward minimizing
  the complications you encounter, and these tips
  will help improve your chances of success when
  your day in court inevitably arrives.

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