L directed me to read book Never Split the Difference and suggest I take this approach to getting best deal for myself and S’s needs. Having said that, he also said that I need to be the one giving any lawyer I choose clear direction about what I need and want and what my values are. He said that the complexities of my personal situation and that of my S would not be adequately served in the court and bleak present financial reality means that it’s in my best interest to be remain amicable, cooperative and firm.
