How to Reduce Your Divorce Attorney Fees

The most effective way to reduce divorce attorney fees is to resolve as many issues as possible before your first attorney meeting.

Create a shared spreadsheet of all assets and debts.

Agree on a parenting schedule if you have children. Use a mediator for disputed issues — mediators typically charge $150–$300/hour, far less than two attorneys at $300–$500/hour each. Avoid using your attorney as a therapist — that $350/hour rate applies to every email and phone call..