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How Not To Suck At Divorce

Divorce: The Most Expensive Word You Can Say to Your Lawyer Is "Okay".

Wednesday · 15 min · Episode 235 · 7.3 MBExplicit
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Divorce: Don't Leave Your Lawyer's Office Confused (It Could Cost You Thousands)

Have you ever walked out of your attorney's office, gotten into your car, and suddenly realized...

"I don't actually know what we just decided."

You're not alone.

In this episode of How Not to Suck at Divorce, Andrea and family law attorney Morgan Stogsdill tackle one of the most common—and expensive—mistakes people make during divorce: pretending to understand or agree with a legal strategy when they really don't.

Too many people stay quiet because they're embarrassed to ask questions, don't want to challenge their attorney, or need more time to process what they just heard. Unfortunately, that silence can lead to unnecessary legal fees, poor strategic decisions, and frustration for both you and your lawyer.

Andrea and Morgan explain why speaking up isn't being difficult—it's being a smart client.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

  • Why so many people leave attorney meetings feeling confused
  • The hidden cost of pretending you understand your legal strategy
  • How to tell your attorney a proposed strategy doesn't feel right
  • Why asking, "What do you think the other side will do next?" is one of the smartest questions you can ask
  • When it's okay to ask for time before making a major legal decision
  • Why changing your mind after your attorney has already started working can become expensive
  • The importance of making sure your attorney's strategy aligns with your personal goals
  • How to ask your lawyer for a recap email after a meeting
  • Why a recurring weekly check-in can actually reduce stress and unnecessary communication

Memorable Quotes

"You're the driver of the bus. Your lawyer is there to guide you—but the decisions are ultimately yours."
"Don't nod your head just because you're afraid to look like you don't understand."
"Silence can be one of the most expensive mistakes you make during divorce."

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