One of the first decisions any individual entering into a divorce proceeding needs to make is if they are going to handle their own case (which is called appearing “pro se”), or hire counsel. Here’s a brief list of pros and cons:
Pro Se Pros
Cheaper
Can do it on your own time
You personally control your case
Lawyer Pros
You’ll be sure your pleadings are correct and submitted correctly
Will probably be faster
You will have backup if things go wrong
Really great if you have a complicated case
Pro Se Cons
You might do something wrong
Can be even more stressful and frustrating
Can take longer
Clearly, no method is perfect. However, www.diydivorcenow.com bridges the gap between being pro se, and hiring a lawyer. Here are the pros and cons:
Pro Se Pros
Better forms
You still control your case
A lawyer can review your forms and recommend changes
You can ask questions to make sure you are doing things correctly
Less expensive than hiring a lawyer
www.diydivorcenow.com Cons:
Some expense, though much less than hiring a lawyer
Still might need a lawyer if your case gets too complicated for you to handle
For most situations, www.diydivorcenow.com is a great option that maximizes the assistance you can get while minimizing expense. Only you can decide what the best path is for you, and we do highly recommend that you get a telephone consultation if you have any questions.
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