If you are searching for a qualified California divorce attorney, you will find that there are numerous individuals and firms in which to choose from in every part of the state. Here are some steps to help you choose a California divorce attorney: Ask your friends and family for referrals; If you have consulted with attorneys in the past in different specialties, ask them for references; Create a list of questions to ask each attorney you interview; Schedule between 2-4 initial consultations with divorce lawyers so that you can interview them; Ask each potential attorney for references in which you can contact; Review your interview notes so that you can choose an attorney in which has the experience and expertise you are looking for as well as someone in which you are comfortable working with.