168. How to Make Your Divorce Case a Priority With Your Attorney

Do you want your lawyer to actually call you back, explain the plan, and move your case forward? It’s not magic...it’s how you communicate and collaborate.

In this episode of How Not to Suck at Divorce, Andrea and Morgan break down what puts you on your divorce attorney’s priority list (and what lands you on the “not today” pile). You’ll hear real stories, simple scripts, and clear next steps to get faster responses, clearer strategy, and better service...without spending more than you need to.

What You'll Learn:

1. How to make your divorce case a priority
2. How long it should take for your attorney to respond to you
3. How to get clear action steps from your divorce attorney
4. Knowing when is it time to get a second opinion or switch divorce attorneys and how to do it
5. How to not annoy your divorce attorney so they won't hate you and not prioritze your case!

Listen in for the exact do’s and don’ts, respectful scripts that work, and a refreshingly honest take on getting the support you deserve during divorce.

Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode:

1. Need a thoughtful way to connect? Shop our curated greeting cards here.
2. Our Divorce Crash Course was designed to hold your hand through the process and help you avoid major (and expensive) mistakes. Learn more here.
3. Our Family Wizard is a fantastic resource for anyone navigating co-parenting. Check out our partnership here.

Friends, slide into our DMs—we love hearing from you. We’re always here to listen and help in any way we can. You’ve got this, and we’ve got you.

1. Instagram: @hownottosuckatdivorce
2. Follow Andrea: @theandrearappaport
3. Follow Morgan: @divorceattorneychicago