One of the main concerns for anyone in the middle of an emotionally charged family law case is the matter of privacy. Sure, you know you need to be open and honest with your attorney and share as much information as possible for them to build a strong case. You’ve also heard the legal term “attorney-client privilege” and how it ensures that everything you say in confidence stays between you and your attorney. But divulging so many sensitive details all at once can put anyone on edge.
You may even wonder aloud, “Does attorney-client privilege extend to family law cases?”
In a word — yes. Attorney-client privilege isn’t something you only see in criminal cases or corporate law disputes. It applies to all legal matters and is actually viewed as the backbone of any attorney-client relationship — especially in family law. So regardless of whether you are going through a contentious divorce, suit affecting the parent-child relationship, custody battle, or something in between, any conversations or critical information you share with your attorney cannot and will not be shared, outside of some narrow exceptions that don’t apply in most cases.
Benefits of attorney-client privilege in family law cases include:
- Confidentiality between the client and the attorney
- The client feels encouraged to disclose as much information as possible
- Accurate and competent legal advice because the attorney is fully informed
Trust Is Essential for an Attorney-Client Relationship
For your attorney to provide you with the legal advice and help you need, you must feel like you can speak freely so that they know everything about your family law situation. This gives the attorney the best chance to build a strong case in your favor, deal with issues that arise along the way, and create the best possible outcome. With only a few, narrowly-tailored exceptions, attorney-client privilege ensures everything — emails, text exchanges, letters, in-person meetings, phone calls, etc. — remains confidential and can’t be disclosed without your consent.
It is important to note that for attorney-client privilege to apply, an attorney-client relationship must exist. In other words, the attorney is acting officially, and you seek legal advice to resolve an important issue. We offer services ranging from mediation to child custody to client advocacy in a divorce action. Our mission is to provide clients with long-range perspectives and confidential legal advice that help them rebuild their families after marital dissolution.
Especially when children are involved, we help the client develop and execute the best strategies to avoid leaving a wake of destruction, the brunt of which falls mainly on the innocent and impressionable children of divorce.
Please call Christman | Daniell for your legal needs today!
Looking for family law services in Collin County, Texas? Christman | Daniell is your premier choice. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the legal landscape, our skilled team is dedicated to helping families navigate complex legal matters. Whether it’s divorce, child custody, or adoption, trust Christman | Daniell to provide compassionate and effective representation for all your family law needs throughout Collin County.