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Oct 09, 2015, 07:38 AM
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Hi all, new here and my divorce has been finalized for a few months now - but have been separated from ex for almost a year.
I've started a new job, moved with my baby to a new place and basically things are civil with the ex as we Co-parent long distance. My lawyer is not formally on a retainer as he said to just call him for anything anytime I need help but so far so good and we've been in touch socially once or twice. Recently though, we had a meal that was more social than business and now I'm wondering if I should officially ask him to refer me to his colleague so we can get to know each other socially without any ethical problems should things go further than just being friendly . Any one has any experience or input? |
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Oct 15, 2015, 04:49 PM
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You might want to d a bit of research in your area about the ethical rules regarding a lawyer dating a former client. Where I'm at there is supposed to be at least a two year period between the end of your professional relationship and the beginning of a personal one. But that varies from place to place.
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Oct 15, 2015, 05:01 PM
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I hate to butt in, but be careful of the "re-bounds." I only write this because I had a bad one. I think if I'd gotten comfortable being alone first I might have had a healthier relationship....But that's just me. If you feel it take small steps.
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Apr 27, 2016, 06:55 PM
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I am a divorce lawyer, and would NEVER date one of my clients, future, present or past, because, for me, its not a good policy. However, I do see that you are in Asia, so IDK if things are different in your country, as I am in USA. If you do proceed socially with your current attorney, be sure to have a different attorney working on your case.............best of luck to you!!
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May 16, 2016, 07:09 AM
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One of my mom's friends married her divorce lawyer. They've been happily together for many years. All the above advice is good advice, too.
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