The D-Word: Attorney Recs

MrsAJL · January 2012

I'm so sorry about this. I was in a relationship with an alcoholic for 4.5 years (from 22-26 years old). It was a rocky way to love someone. We never married but were close to becoming engaged. I too thought his drinking was just about being young and having fun, but it quickly spiraled out of control.

I think you're doing the right thing. Good luck to you and big hugs!!

2H2L · January 2012

ebat:
I don't have any advice I just wanted to say good luck, so sorry you are going through this

Me too. Lots of good thoughts and strength to you

balihaigirl · January 2012

amyinaustin:
You've gotten some great advice and recs, I don't have anything else to add except support and hugs - this is going to be hard but you can do it I agree w/ all PPs that you need to get out ASAP. Please do keep us updated.

Ditto. And ditto the pp who mentioned that if you know me IRL and need anything, please don't hesitate to ask. I'm so sorry you are going through this.

userdeleted · January 2012

Wow, I'm so sorry you're going through this. I don't really have any advice to add, but I hope that you and your DC get out quickly and safely. If you need anything at all I would love to help in any way I can. ((hugs))

BoxerMomma · January 2012

amyinaustin:
You've gotten some great advice and recs, I don't have anything else to add except support and hugs - this is going to be hard but you can do it I agree w/ all PPs that you need to get out ASAP. Please do keep us updated.

agreed. i am so, so sorry that youre dealing with this.

AnonymousRegular · January 2012

Wow. Thank you all so, so much. Your replies have been so helpful last night and today. Your emails, as well. I'm not there now, I'm at another house. I pulled what was equal to my paycheck out of the account this morning, and told him I needed to stay away. All he said (via our 1 minute phone call today) was, "Thank you for taking the money." I know this is going to end in the rare, "I have a problem and I'm sorry" routine, but last night was the straw that broke the camel's back.

Thank you again. Hearing your support has helped keep me focused today on how important this is. And all your legal advice and tips has been tremendously helpful as well. Y'all have done even more than giving me a place to start.

JJ&BB1146 · January 2012

I don't have any recs for lawyers, but wanted to echo what everyone else has said. I'm so so sorry that you're having to go through with this. I cannot imagine all of the emotions you must be feeling right now. T&P for you and your DC.

AustinBride06 · January 2012

Been thinking about you last night and all today. I have no advice except that you and your LO deserve to be happy and safe. And I want to give you a huge hug righ now!!

ACR · January 2012

AustinBride06:
Been thinking about you last night and all today. I have no advice except that you and your LO deserve to be happy and safe. And I want to give you a huge hug righ now!!

Same here. Wishing you lots of strength as you figure out what is best for you.

texasbeachbride · January 2012

No recs or advice, but just big hugs that you are having to go through this.

NoeliaV · January 2012

Just wanted to let you know that I'm thinking of you and hoping for the best outcome here. I cannot imagine how you must feel.

Be strong! :: hugs ::

HSartteach · January 2012

I have no advice or recs, and you've already gotten a ton of great info. I just wanted to say I am so sorry you and you DC have to go through this. We are all here for you. {{{hugs}}}

GuavaGal · January 2012

I am so sorry you're going through this! I have not been in your situation, although (as you may know), I have gone through a divorce. I know it's not easy, but please trust your gut and know you're doing the right thing. You and your child deserve more than this. All the other ladies have given you great advice, so I just wanted to let you know y'all will be in my thoughts and prayers as you move forward.

amyliisa · January 2012

I'm also so sorry to hear that you're going though this. I don't have any advice that wasn't already given, but know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. And if you have any specific questions about any criminal law issues (assault/threats/domestic violence) and resources to prevent or deal wih that, (hopefully you won't), please don't hesitate to contact me by pm or email (Amy dot Janik at gmail). Hugs to you!

Ruby44 · January 2012

I just want to say I've been thru a very similar situation and I want to highly recommend Al-Anon. Al-Anon isn't for the alcoholic; it is for you, and it is amazing.

maribel922 · January 2012

I don't have anything to add, but wanted you to know that you'll be in my prayers.

amyk927 · January 2012

Check out AlAnon

https://austinalanon.org/index.htm?

It's a good support that I have had family members use and recommend to patients frequently. It might help hearing from people with similar perspective. Good luck...I'm sorry you have to go through this.

JennyBeanB · January 2012

your absolutely making the right decision if you go through with this divorce. I'm so sorry you are going through this.

Attorney Rec- Shane McFarland (Austin based family law attorney) I used him personally and he is wonderful. Good Luck.

Jess.O · January 2012

I don't have any advice. I just wanted to say that I'm sorry you're dealing with this and in my opinion, you're doing the right thing. ((Hugs))

christym0606 · January 2012

No advice, but lots of t&p and hugs for you. I am so sorry you are going through this.

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