I have a friend who is going through a divorce, and I told her I'd research this... Can legally write write a separation aggreement without using a lawyer...?
Thanks in advance.
2007-07-30 13:45:11 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
That was supposed to read "Can you legally write a separation agreement without using a lawyer?"
2007-07-30 13:46:32 · update #1
In most cases, yes, as I believe most states recognized them.
However, I would have an attorney at least review the document to be sure it covers everything. Additionally, don't just write up an agreement, be sure to use a pre-packaged divorce kit you can find in many office supply stores.
2007-07-30 13:50:58 · answer #1 · answered by azfinfan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes sure you can... but I wouldn't trust it. Write your own agreement but do Have it checked out by a lawyer to ensure you're not going to be taken for a ride. You don't want to be in an unfair situation. It will cost you more if down the road you need to make changes.
It's worth the money for the reality check by a suit who knows what she is doing!
2007-07-30 20:55:18 · answer #2 · answered by teritaur 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can - however it must be done according to your state's guidelines, and if your state requires LEGAL separation, it must be filed and signed by a judge in court in order to be valid. Your clerk of court should have a booklet outlining the guidelines for pro-se plaintiffs/defendants. If it is done wrong, it will not be vaild.
I would only do this if it is an amicable divorce, if there is going to be a dispute - it would be a good idea to retain an attorney.
2007-07-30 20:56:36 · answer #3 · answered by allrightythen 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The Divorce Handbook has all topics and concerns. There are legal papers, and people can use others agreements as reference.
IN mediation, they can tell you how to do it too.
2007-07-30 20:50:44 · answer #4 · answered by Legandivori 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can but it still has to go through the courts in order for it to be a legal seperation.
2007-07-30 20:51:39 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A MAN should NEVER give advice to a WOMAN getting a divorse. You get your *** shot and rightfully so except in the eyes of the law.
2007-07-30 21:06:15 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can...family law at the court house can help, once you see the format that is requested you can pretty much fill in the blanks and submit it to the courts for approval.
2007-07-30 20:52:35 · answer #7 · answered by Goodspeed 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.nh.gov/judiciary/superior/selfhelp/divorceforms.htm, here is one link to a site, there are many, but yes, you can do-it-yourself separation/divorces.
2007-07-30 20:49:50 · answer #8 · answered by delorisjp 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋