Protecting Your Interests in Court
Denton County Divorce Trial Lawyers
At the law firm of Coorpender & Ramirez, we have the skills and courtroom experience to stand up for your rights in divorce litigation. But don't be offended if we try to talk you out of it.
We represent men and women in Denton County and surrounding jurisdictions of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. In our experience, litigation is a last resort, and usually a poor one at that:
- You are leaving your fate and your children's well-being to the whims of a judge.
- The cost of going all the way to trial can run into the tens of thousands, even hundreds of thousands. Can you really afford it? Is it worth the stress and many months of court dates?
- We can almost guarantee that you will end up hating each other, and that your children will be scarred for life by being pulled in two directions.
- Divorce litigation is open to the public. Those who are not present to witness the ugly battle can read about the sordid details in the newspaper or court files.
Strong Advocates When Litigation Can't Be Avoided
We are proponents of collaborative divorce, which is everything litigation is not — amicable, cheaper, quicker and private. But we recognize there are situations in which litigation is preferable or necessary. Sometimes even the best intentions unravel, especially where children are involved. Sometimes the other party is utterly unwilling to negotiate. And if there has been family violence or abuse, you need the protection of both a skilled lawyer and the court.
When litigation is required, the key is being prepared for each stage. We help clients organize their lives to make the discovery process easier (revealing of financial information and other relevant facts). We also bring in forensic accountants or subpoena financial statements if you suspect your spouse is hiding assets.
In a custody battle, a county social worker will likely give a report on your "fitness" as a parent. We advise clients not to engage in any behavior that will harm their case (extramarital affairs, bad-mouthing the other spouse, neglecting the children, failing to pay temporary child support).
Focused Litigation
Divorce litigation does not have to be all-or-nothing. You may agree on some issues and disagree strongly on others. We get to the heart of the specific dispute, representing your interests in court as necessary:
Coorpender & Ramirez looks first for out-of-court solutions, but we are ready and able to protect you and your children when push comes to shove. Contact us today to discuss your situation in a free in-office consultation.
