2007-01-25 09:46:21 · 15 answers · asked by dsm9864 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
Get a lawyer, even if it is an amicable divorce. You can share an attorney and the fees, and it will save you a lot of time, effort, moeny and hassle. I work in an attorney's office and I have seen many people come in with the do it yourself divorce kits. The kits come incomplete sometimes and then the client has to pay the attorney to fix everything because the divorce petition has to be refiled (that's about a $200.00 charge in my state).
2007-01-25 09:57:32 · answer #1 · answered by Libby 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you trust that you will have an amicable divorce, seek out a mediator. Lawyers have a tendency to go for the throat so avoid them if you can. Your kids are going to have enough to deal with.
On the other hand, if you can't seem to agree on much, an attorney can make sure you get a fair shake.
My divorce was handled through a mediator and I don't regret it at all. Good luck to you in your new life.
2007-01-25 09:57:50 · answer #2 · answered by katydid 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a Lawyer
2007-01-25 09:53:42 · answer #3 · answered by zen522 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say it totally depends on the relationship between the divorcing parents. If it's amicable, then why drag in the lawyers that will a) cost more and b) probably stir things up and make it more complex than it needs to be.
However, if things are NOT amicable then you definitely need to legally protect your assets and rights and you'll need a lawyer for that.
2007-01-25 09:53:44 · answer #4 · answered by Deborah C 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on which state you live in. There are some that won't let you draw up divorce papers without an attorney. When children are involved I believe it is best to spend the money on the attorney and make sure everything is legit.
2007-01-25 10:01:15 · answer #5 · answered by ladysteelersince1976 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No and certain. you may flow out of the abode yet you nonetheless ought to come across a lawyer once conceivable. What he says is emotional black male yet will be partly authentic. when you're transferring to a unique state or province you'll likely ought to ask his permission(want written and witness consent) or plead your case to court docket. As a fellow self reliant mom I felt it major to allow you to recognize. The silver lining is although, relying on the state you'd be able to sue for infant help from the day your infant become born, even with in case you've been jointly. actuality is what I actually have discovered as a mom is that their are extra regulations favouring father bullblank-ism then their is for children yet custody in many cases rests contained in the hands of the mummy. so that you may flow out of the abode yet no longer the state/province. wish this facilitates.
2016-12-03 01:23:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I say if you have property to settle or anything eles.I.E cars,investments and anything Else there maybe a fight over get a lawyer but mine was very simple just 1 child nothing of money value and I did it on my own.Although that was many years ago there are still alot of people doing it on there own.Good Luck!
2007-01-25 10:08:48 · answer #7 · answered by amber 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
me and my ex did our own i do recommend it if you have no assets (like a home or something) easier when there is no assets to split up . it is quite simple i did mine in the early 90's so not sure on price now but it cost me 80 bucks back then good luck (we had two children) they have books on it at library for you to research it on.
2007-01-25 09:55:04 · answer #8 · answered by mistyriver69 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on whether or not it is amicable...I would get a lawyer to be on the safe side...Its cheaper if there are no arguments.
2007-01-25 10:02:41 · answer #9 · answered by mommy_2_liam 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When there is childen involved I think its better for you to get a lawyer.
2007-01-25 09:54:21 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋