Todd R Worthley

Todd Worthley

I do understand that family law litigation is very emotional, and that the outcome of litigation often leaves the participants angry and upset. Ethically I cannot comment on the specifics of my client's case without violating the attorney-client privilege. I can say, however, that it is very seldom in a family law case that one party gets everything they demanded, and I know for a fact that this was not the outcome in this case. The majority of family law cases, like most civil cases, settle before trial with negotiation and, often, mediation or a settlement conference. Settlement allows the parties to have control over the results of the litigation while avoiding the stress, uncertainty and costs of trial. Before settlement is final, I make sure my client understands the terms of settlement, understands the ramifications of the settlement terms, and, most importantly, that the client agrees with the terms. I do not force my clients to settle, and I am fully prepared to take the case to trial if a reasonable settlement cannot be reached. While representing clients for over 26 years, I have never forced a client to accept settlement terms that he or she was not comfortable with. I am also confident that I have never allowed a client to agree to a settlement unless the client fully understood the settlement terms. Whether to settle or to proceed to trial is always ultimately the client's decision. I am dedicated to providing quality legal services to my clients at a reasonable cost, whether the case concludes by settlement or after trial. I will continue to do so. I wish my client the best in his or her future endeavors. Todd R. Worthley