Section 19.4 Initial Interview

• Library: Family Law Deskbook and 2014 Supp

A. (§19.4) Initial Interview

How much specific and detailed information, especially as to property and financial matters, counsel attempts to obtain in the first interview is largely a matter of preference. It is usually appropriate at this time to secure the specific information necessary to prepare a petition or to prepare responsive pleadings. Some attorneys have extensive and detailed forms that they have the client complete before the initial interview so that the attorney has the information to reference when first...