What is the “average cost” of attorneys fees in my type of case?
Short of, literally, reviewing all of the attorney’s fees charged over a particular period of time in a specific type of case, it is very difficult for any attorney to accurately provide you with an “average” cost. Nonetheless, I can generally tell you that a custody battle is typically one of the most expensive types of litigation. Also, court appearances in any type of case increase your costs. Your ultimate cost will in large part depend upon the course of action chosen by the other party as well as the other party’s reasonableness. A more reasonable opposing party, and a more reasonable opposing attorney, can make it much easier to reach a negotiated settlement, thereby substantially reducing legal fees and potential litigation expenses. However, if you have the kind of spouse or former spouse who will argue with you about what day of the week it is, then you can expect your fees to be higher. Always keep in mind the amount of your attorney’s fees when negotiating the issues. Is it
