If You're in My Office, It's Already Too Late

A Divorce Lawyer's Guide to Staying Together

By: James J. Sexton

Narrated by: James J. Sexton

In this pertinent audiobook, hard-hitting divorce lawyer James Sexton shares his insights and wisdom from the frontlines of divorce to keep you out of his office and improve on your relationship

If You're In My Office, It's Already Too Late. James Sexton knows this. After dealing with over 1000 clients whose marriages have dissolved over everything from an ill-advised threesome with the nanny to the uneven division of carpool duties, he also knows all of the what-not-to-dos for couples who want to build - and consistently work to preserve - a lasting, fulfilling relationship.

Described by former clients as a "courtroom gunslinger" and "the sociopath you want on your side", Sexton tells the unvarnished truth about relationships, diving straight into the most common marital problems. These usually derive from dishonest - or nonexistent - communication. Even when the alleged reason for separation is one spouse's new "personal trainer", there's usually a communication problem that predates the fitness kick. Symptom and root cause get confused all the time.

Sexton has spent his career working with spouses-to-be-no-longer. Reverse-engineering a relationship can help to identify and fix what does not work. Ever feel like you're holding back criticism of your spouse because you just can't have that fight right now? Sexton will tell you to "Hit Send Now". Maybe you aren't as adventurous as you used to be, or need some you-time, but for some reason, it seems weird or exhausting to change up the routine now.

Sexton knows where that mentality leads and offers viable alternative paths to take. Though he deals constantly with the heartbreak of others, he still believes in romance and the transformative power of love. This audiobook is his opportunity to use what he has learned to help couples that aren't so far gone get back on track.

©2018 James J. Sexton (P)2018 Macmillan Audio

Critic reviews

"Sexton's narration debut is impressive. He reads smoothly, with animated conviction and passion for his subject that shine through." (AudioFile Magazine)

funny and good advice

This book was excellent funny good advice and straightforward I would recommend it to anybody

amazing read, very heartfelt

this book spoke to me this book spoke to me in so many ways

A must to reassess your values, needs and wants in marriage and life

Came from an interview on YouTube, had to get the book immediately and it has helped me immensely!

Loved this book!

This book is insightful, eye opening, funny, and so many other things. I finished it in less than a day. Great advice and motivation to make changes.

A must-read for happy marriages too..

I recommend anybody in a relationship read this book. This book was recommended by my attorney; I thanked her profusely after having finished the book.

Great narration and content

A must read for all couples in a marriahe, thinking of getting into a marriage or in a relationship.

Awesome read!

This is a very different perspective on marriage. As a divorce lawyer and divorcee, the author has witnessed all the little and big things that lead to divorce. This book is fantastic. The author provides practical and unjudgemental advice. He suggests things to discuss before and during marriage that could avert divorce. He compassionate and honest about his experiences. The narration is pleasant and engaging.

A must read for a good relationship & beyond!

A great book on relationships, and why they fail. Great insights, and lessons from a divorse lawyer. A must for everyone since we deal with loved ones every day. Thanks for the Advice!

Very entertaining book with good lessons

I found this book to be very entertaining. Some parts were quite difficult to listen too, but I am happy I pushed through and finished it. I feel like I learned a lot.

The honesty people need

I have never been married but this book opened my eyes to what happened, what may happen and how to prevent things from happening.

A book I can see myself coming back to re-read.