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Do I bring anything with me?

When you go to meet with your lawyer for the first time to discuss your situation there are certain things you will want to bring. Ask what you should bring to the appointment while you are on the phone setting it up.

You must be honest and direct with your lawyer. They need to know everything about your situation so they can help you as best they can. There can be NO SECRETS and NO SUPRISES. Correcting such things cost money, time and possibly your case.

Be sure to provide the following information to your lawyer (They can filter out anything they do not need):

1. Anything your lawyer specifically directs you to provide.
2. Your diary and calendar.
3. Any notes related to your case.
4. Documents related to any real estate owned.
5. Receipts from any therapists or marriage counselors.
6. Recent pay stub and employment information for you and your spouse.
7. Recent statements from checking, savings and brokerage accounts.
8. Most recent tax return.
9. Receipts for childcare or school.

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