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STEP 2 - INITIAL CONSULTATION

The goal of the initial consultation is to sort out your issues and find out about your finances. You may have issues dealing with child custody, alimony, child support or equitable distribution. You will find out what is realistic to expect. Your attorney will start to gather facts and discuss your options under the law. It is best that you come in with income tax returns for at least three years, pay stubs and a list of your assets and liabilities. If you do not have these items, don't worry because your attorney can get them from your spouse. You also will be given a Case Information Statement to fill out. This is a statement of your assets, liabilities, income, insurance and monthly expenses.

Karen Meislik, a Matrimonial Law attorney located
in Montclair, New Jersey, serves clients in Essex, Morris, Union, and Bergen counties, and throughout the state.