Choosing a Divorce Attorney

Can you tell me about your education and professional background?
How many divorces have you handled?
Of those how many have you settled out of court?
Are you familiar with the family court judges and how they rule?
Do you know my spouse or my spouse's attorney?
Consider: do you want to hire this attorney if she was the opposing counsel's college roommate or if he is your spouse's golf buddy?
Do you have experience negotiating child support, spousal support, large financial settlements or business valuation?
Be specific about issues you feel will come up during your divorce.
Will you personally handle my case or will it be handled by an associate?
If he indicates that much of the leg work will be done by an associate be sure to meet this associate and ask them the questions regarding education,experience, philosophy,etc.
What is your retainer fee?
What is your hourly billing rate?
Will there be other costs such as filing fees, process server fees or other charges?