What happens when you retain a lawyer for divorce?
What happens when you retain a lawyer for divorce?
Retaining an attorney means turning over both your responsibility for your case and control of it. The attorney represents you. You sign a retainer agreement, then you pay $1,000 to $5,000 on retainer and your attorney has now taken over control of your case.
How much does a LegalZoom divorce cost?
LegalZoom is the industry leader in online divorce, with a streamlined site, easy-to-navigate process, and accessible support. For $499 they complete your divorce forms and tell you how to file them.
Who stays with the house in a divorce?
In the event of a family law separation, both parties are legally entitled to live in the family home. It does not matter whose name is on the ownership of the house. There is no presumption that the wife or the husband has to leave the house.
Do you really need a lawyer for a divorce?
If you and your spouse agree on all the terms of your divorce, you can file for an uncontested divorce without the help of a lawyer. However, it is always advisable to at least have a lawyer look through your agreement in an uncontested divorce to make sure that your rights and interests are protected.
