WHAT THE EXPERTS HAVE TO SAY
In an article titled “The Deans of Divorce,” in Avenue Magazine, a group of prominent New York matrimonial lawyers offered their advice to new clients:
“Be responsible for the outcome by analyzing what you want up front so you can set realistic goals. They shouldn’t sit back and let their lawyer or the other lawyer lead them around. A client should understand the options, the risk-reward percentages and the probable outcome of the case.”
Peter E. Bronstein
Bronstein, Van Veen & Bronstein
“Understand the legal process. I think this makes a frightening event less frightening, and can help prevent them from making a mistake in judgment or losing faith in the process.”
John S. Vassallo
Franklin, Weinrib, Rudell & Vassallo
“Put an exit plan in place before you say you want a divorce. Do your homework. Get your ducks in order, but be discreet.”
Harriet Newman Cohen
Cohen, Hennessey & Bienstock
“People who do best are those who see the divorce in terms of grand games or are very goal-oriented.”
