If you were facing heart surgery, you wouldn’t think twice about getting a second opinion. You’d want to understand your options, confirm your diagnosis, and feel confident that the person holding the scalpel knows what they’re doing. Divorce, in many ways, is the biggest financial and emotional “operation” most people will ever go through. Yet, too often, people hesitate to question their lawyer—or to seek a fresh perspective when things don’t feel quite right.
We get it.
You’ve already shared your story, signed the retainer, and maybe written a big check. Starting over feels exhausting. But if you’ve begun to question your attorney’s strategy, responsiveness, or level of care, it’s not betrayal to get a second opinion—it’s wisdom.
Your divorce lawyer is guiding you through one of the most vulnerable seasons of your life. You deserve someone who listens, who explains things clearly, and who inspires trust—not confusion or anxiety. Sometimes, even good lawyers and good clients just aren’t a great fit. Sometimes priorities shift. Sometimes life moves faster than your case. Sometimes your lawyer has her own junk she is dealing with. A second opinion isn’t about disloyalty; it’s about due diligence.
At Robertson + Easterling, we often meet with people who just need reassurance that their current lawyer’s plan makes sense. We’re happy to give that perspective. And if we see gaps, we’ll tell you that too. Sometimes that means confirming your trust in the person you’ve already hired. Sometimes it means charting a new course. Either way, you walk away more informed and empowered.
Every so often, someone asks us to join their existing legal team as co-counsel. Other times, they want us to take the reins entirely. Both paths can work—but there are realities worth considering. Adding lawyers can add strategy, experience, and bandwidth, but it can also add bureaucracy, cost, confusion, and competing egos. Indeed, too many cooks in the kitchen can spoil the soup. The optics of a client with three or four lawyers in rapid succession are never great—it often signals indecision, mistrust, unmanaged expectations or simply a person who is hard to help. But coming in as the second lawyer? That’s different. That’s often when the dust has settled, emotions have cooled a bit, and someone is ready for clear guidance and forward movement. We can help you find that footing.
Divorce isn’t just about paperwork and court dates. It’s about rebuilding your life with integrity and purpose. You wouldn’t hand over your family business, your home, or your children’s future without understanding what’s at stake. Why treat your divorce differently? All of those things are at stake.
If something inside you feels unsettled, listen to it. Don’t ignore your instincts or let pride, fear, or embarrassment keep you from seeking another voice. A thoughtful second opinion—or the right new lawyer—could be the moment of clarity that changes everything. After all, the goal isn’t just to get divorced—it’s to move forward with peace, confidence, and wisdom. And that starts with having the right person by your side.
Take the first step toward peace and confidence. Schedule your Blueprint Assessment or Initial Consultation with Robertson + Easterling today. You don’t have to walk this road alone—and you shouldn’t have to wonder if you’re on the right path.
