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Are You Entitled to Portion of Your Ex's Pension Plan?

If you are in the process of divorce and you want to make sure that you receive a portion of your ex-spouses pension plan then a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) may be a great option for you. A skilled Glendale QDRO lawyer can help you obtain a QDRO from court should you qualify.

A Qualified Domestic Relations Order Must Include Certain Important Information

Did you know that certain information must be included in a QDRO? If all imperative information is not included in your QDRO then you will be required to forego any rights you may have in your ex-spouses pension plan. An experienced QDRO lawyer who is well-versed in setting up QDROs will ensure that your rights are fully protected and that all legal procedures are being adhered to.

What sort of issues can I seek legal help with?

Specialized legal help is available for most legal issues. Each case is unique; seeking legal help is a smart first step toward understanding your legal situation and seeking the best path toward resolution for your case. An experienced lawyer understands the local laws surrounding your case and what your best legal options might be. More importantly, there are certain situations and circumstances - such as being charged with a crime - where you should always seek experienced legal help.

Tips on Approaching an Initial Attorney Consultation

  • Use the consultation as a means of gaining a better understanding of your legal situation.
  • Ask the attorney how many cases similar to yours he/she has handled. An attorney's experience and knowledge can speak to their expertise (or lack of) in addressing your situation.
  • Your attorney should be able to articulate roughly how long a case like yours will take to resolve and what sort of procedures to expect.
  • Determine how comfortable you are working with the lawyer and/or law firm.

How to Find the Right Attorney

  • Determine the area of law that relates to your issue. Attorneys specialize in specific practice areas around legal issues within the broad field of law.
  • Seek out recommendations from friends, family, and colleagues. A successful attorney or practice will typically have many satisfied clients.
  • Set up consultation appointments to get a better understanding of your case as well as gauge your comfort level with different attorneys. Find the attorney who is the right fit for your needs.

Common legal terms explained

Personal jurisdiction - Requirement that a particular court have authority over a person, in order to bind that person to the judgment of the court, based on minimum contacts. International Shoe Co v. Washington is a landmark Supreme Court case outlining the scope of a state court's reach in personal jurisdiction.

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