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A free divorce consultation is a conversation to understand your situation, explain your options under Kentucky or Tennessee law, and tell you what representation would cost. It does not commit you to hiring the lawyer, and what you share is kept confidential. At Wise & Associates, consultations are free and by phone: you book a time on the Louisville or Nashville calendar, then call the office at your scheduled time. By the end of the call, you will know your upfront fee.

How does a consultation at Wise & Associates work?

  1. Book a time. Choose the Louisville or Nashville calendar. The Louisville office handles Kentucky cases, and Wise Law in Nashville handles Tennessee cases.
  2. Call at your scheduled time. All consultations are by phone, so you do not need to travel to the office.
  3. Talk through your situation. The attorney will ask about your home, children, finances, and safety. See the questions a divorce lawyer will ask.
  4. Hear your options. You will learn how Kentucky or Tennessee law applies to your situation and what the process would look like.
  5. Get your price. The attorney quotes your upfront flat fee, which ranges from $1,500 to $5,000 depending on the case type and how much litigation is required.

There is no obligation to hire the firm after the call.

Is a consultation confidential?

Yes. Under the professional conduct rules in both Kentucky and Tennessee, information you share with a lawyer during a consultation is protected, even if you do not hire that lawyer. You can speak openly about your situation.

What should you have ready?

  • A rough list of assets and debts
  • Your income information, such as a recent pay stub
  • Your children's current schedule
  • Any existing court orders, such as a protective order or custody order
  • A short list of your own questions

You do not need every document for the first call.

How do you choose the right divorce lawyer?

A consultation is also your chance to decide whether a lawyer is the right fit. Look for:

  • A practice focused on family law. Divorce, custody, and support law has its own procedures and local court practices.
  • Clear pricing. You should understand how you will be billed before you commit. Compare hourly billing and flat fees.
  • A realistic plan. A good lawyer explains when settlement makes sense and when a case may need a hearing, without promising a result.
  • Reliable communication. Ask how quickly the firm responds. Wise & Associates responds within 24 to 48 hours depending on the issue, and within 24 hours in most cases.
  • Someone you can work with. Divorce is personal. You should feel heard.

Be cautious of any lawyer who guarantees an outcome. No lawyer can promise how a judge will rule.

Questions to ask during the consultation

  • How would you approach a case like mine?
  • Is my case likely to be contested, and how does that change the cost and timeline?
  • Who will handle my case day to day?
  • How will you keep me updated?
  • What do you need from me to get started?

After the consultation

If you decide to move forward, you will sign an engagement agreement, which is what creates the attorney-client relationship. The firm then gathers your information and begins drafting your case documents. Read how we work with clients.

Book your free consultation

Book a time on the Louisville or Nashville calendar, then call the office at your scheduled time.