Can one attorney represent both parties in a divorce?

Can one attorney represent both parties in a divorce?

However, one attorney cannot represent both parties. An attorney is ethically prohibited from representing two people with conflicting interests who are in a dispute. The parties can attempt mediation without the use of attorneys, but the mediator cannot give legal advice to either party.

Can the same law firm represent both parties in a divorce?

Often they will assume that to make things smoother (and more cost-effective) if they use the same lawyer. They approach us and ask if we can represent both parties in the divorce. The simple answer is no. In a divorce where the parties do not agree from the beginning, each hires his or her lawyer.

Can my attorney represent me in court?

If you are a perpetrator of a misdemeanor, your attorney is allowed to appear in court for you. But, if your charge is brought for a felony you must take part in all stages including arraignment, plea, preliminary hearing, parts of a trial, and sentencing at the court with your attorney.

Can you change attorneys in the middle of a divorce?

Yes. You can replace your lawyer if you have lost faith or confidence in your lawyer to represent you, you have the right to change counsel. If you hire a new lawyer in the middle of a case, that lawyer will need to get up to speed on the case and that will likely cost you some more time and/or money.