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3 Questions You Should Ask Yourself When Choosing Whether or Not to Hire a Divorce Attorney

4 March 2022 by Hunter Moore

Many people find themselves contemplating whether or not they truly need to hire a divorce attorney to help them end their marriage or if they can complete this process on their own. If you have found yourself in this position, taking the time to answer the three questions outlined below can help you to determine whether or not your case requires the assistance of an attorney. 

Question #1: Does Your Spouse Have An Attorney Representing Them?

If your spouse has already chosen to hire a divorce attorney, you will want to make sure that you have an attorney of your own. This is very important if you wish to maintain a level playing field during your divorce case. Remember, there are many laws and regulations pertaining to divorce proceedings. Since your spouse is represented by an attorney that is an expert in these specific laws, you will need to ensure that you have access to this same level of expertise. 

Question #2: Do You Or Your Spouse Plan To Contest The Divorce Or Seek An At-Fault Divorce?

If you or your spouse is planning to contest your divorce or are planning to seek an at-fault divorce judgment, you will want to seek out the services of a divorce lawyer. This is important because unlike in a no-fault uncontested divorce, these divorce proceedings will require you to present evidence to the court in order to support your case for dissolving the marriage. This requirement can greatly complicate your divorce case and is best handled by an experienced professional.

Question #3: Do you And Your Spouse Agree On All Aspects Of Your Divorce Case?

Just because you and your spouse have agreed to end your marriage does not automatically mean that you do not need to hire an attorney. This is because the desire to end your marriage is just one of the many things that you and your spouse will need to agree upon in order to avoid a complex and time-consuming divorce case. In addition to agreeing to the divorce, you and your spouse will also need to agree on how all of your belongings, assets, and debts should be divided. If you and your spouse have children in common, you will also need to agree upon issues of child custody, visitation, and support. In some cases, you may also need to reach an agreement regarding spousal support. If you and your spouse are unable to agree on any of these issues, it is best to seek out the services of a divorce attorney.

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