A good lawyer will assist you to navigate the legal system and can advise on the dos and don'ts to avoid unnecessary litigation or drawn out and excessively expensive negotiations.
You may have the option of attending by electronic communication. Many hearings are being heard via phone or video conferencing throughout the COVID-19 period.
In family law proceedings, parties are required to disclose their income but what happens if your ex-spouse receives cash income that does not appear on their tax return?
When disclosure is not forthcoming, a way to obtain these financial documents is for a party to serve a subpoena, and it is common for accountants to be the recipient of such requests.
