If the agreement cannot be reached, the lawyer will help represent you at court appearance. There is always a conflict of interest between spouses. A lawyer cannot adequately represent both sides in a divorce. Costs and fees for a divorce can vary greatly. There may be other costs such as service fees by the sheriff or constable .
Some lawyers charge a flat rate for divorces, depending on the amount of work involved.
Other lawyers charge an hourly fee. There are many qualified lawyers available. Be sure you find one with whom you are comfortable. The client must always make the decision about settlement terms. The lawyer's role is to advise whether or not in his or her view, the proposed terms are reasonable.