QUESTION
What are the downsides to representing yourself in a divorce?
Asked on Aug 11th, 2016 on Divorce - Florida
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My fiancé has been trying to file a divorce for four years now and her attorney does not do the best job at representing her. There is no property or finances that have to be settled and the child custody issue has been agreed by all parties. It is causing problems for my fiancé and myself due to her stressing severely. We have a daughter and are engaged to be married. She is ready to have it finalized and be done with it all, so she can move on with her life and our own relationship. She is considering firing her attorney after paying $5000 already for no results. With parties in agreement over the terms and conditions of their divorce, is it smart to go ahead and represent herself and file the motion pro se? Is there anyone that she could contact also for simple advice on proper procedure?
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First, I do not believe this matter has been with an attorney for 4 years and the divorce is not yet been filed. If that is the case, she needs to get another attorney, ASAP, and file a Complaint with the Bar Association against her current attorney. In reality, I suspect there may be something going on which she has not discussed with you.
Answered on Sep 08th, 2016 at 12:26 PM
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Divorces are not matters that people should endeavor to represent themselves in. She needs an attorney and already has one.
Answered on Sep 08th, 2016 at 12:26 PM