First published 1984
Richard Neely takes readers inside the divorce process through the eyes of legal professionals who handle these cases daily. The book reveals how attorneys approach client selection and fee structures while managing expectations about outcomes. Neely explores the mechanics of child custody determinations and the factors that influence alimony decisions. He shows how marriage contracts can shape divorce proceedings and examines the strategic considerations that drive legal representation choices. The book offers a practical view of how the divorce system actually functions, stripping away misconceptions about what happens when marriages end in court. Neely presents the emotional and financial realities that both lawyers and clients face during these proceedings.
Genres: family-life, non-fiction, divorce, legal-thriller
Vibes: informative, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: informative, practical
207 pages · Hardcover · McGraw-Hill