On Lawyers and Words and Weapons

“Lawyers are swords of the century

Words are weapons and I need you to learn how to use them”

The above quote coming from a character played by Kevin Costner in the current television show I am currently binge watching “Yellowstone”.

There is something to be said for an empowering quote such as that above for us Lawyers but in the area of Family Law I’m not too sure this one resonates well in every instance. 

Quite often this is the first place a potential Family Law Client overwhelmed with emotion will go... “To War”.. expecting the Lawyer they retain to sharpen the knives and create the perfect “plan of attack”! 

Unfortunately, this strategy is not one that often gets the results the client is expecting, Quite often the contrary is experienced.  

There are frequently times especially when a child is in need where this strategy will be required however the Counsel you choose should be the one advising you on  whether this tactic is in fact necessary to bring about the result you are looking for or if you would be better served looking at less confrontational measures to achieve a solution. 

The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the practice of Family Law have us Lawyers looking deeper into our arsenal of weaponry for problem solving techniques more than ever before and at Feeley O’Brien Law we will offer you creative and alternative solutions. Contact us today for a free 30 minute consultation to discuss your needs.