
MISTAKE 1: Taking action without obtaining legal advice. Divorces are full of financial pitfalls. A skilled family lawyer can help you avoid them. MISTAKE 2: Failing to realize the importance of the status quo. One of the most important concepts in family law is that of the status quo. The courts loathe changing the way things are going, unless it is clear that there is a big problem. MISTAKE 3: Making decisions while you are depressed or upset about your divorce.