Did you know that your choice of attorney for your complex divorce case can be the determining factor as to what kind of result you get? When you and your spouse have substantial assets and properties, you need an aggressive divorce attorney on your side to help you keep what you worked so hard to build, and what is rightfully yours.

Once you have narrowed down your list of divorce lawyers to serious contenders, take the time to prepare for each consultation. Get out a piece of paper and a pen and make a list of your goals for the divorce:

• Are you determined to keep the house?
• Do you want primary custody of the children?
• Do you own multiple homes or properties?
• Are you a business owner?
• Do you have additional vehicles like boats, cars, trucks or off-road vehicles?
• Are you a collector of antiques or jewelry?
• Do you have a comprehensive list of your retirement accounts, 401(k)s, investments or stock portfolios?

If you have any debt such as bank loans, student loans, mortgages or home equity loan,s be sure to list those as well. Make sure to include everything and be prepared to answer personal questions about your assets and your debts with the attorney. You will also discuss your income, so bring pay stubs and accounting information from any businesses and tax returns for the past three years.

If you have a prenuptial agreement bring that as well so that the attorney can take a look at all of your documents and get a clearer picture of what the case will entail.

Honesty is the best policy

In addition to discussing personal details about your finances, you and your attorney will discuss very personal information about your marriage and your life with your spouse. This is a time to remember that anything you tell your attorney is privileged so you should feel free to be open and honest. It is OK to get emotional. Divorce attorneys have seen it all; we know how emotional this can be. We also know that our job is to keep a cool and level head, so that we can offer you practical guidance and advice about what you should do moving forward.

If you are planning a complex divorce you need a skilled Nashville divorce attorney who will fight for your interests. Please contact the legal team at Miller Upshaw Family Law, PLLC for more information.