Can I get divorced without an attorney?
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Can I get divorced without an attorney?
Yes, you can get a divorce without a lawyer. To get a divorce without a lawyer, you must fill out and file an application for divorce form. If either you or your spouse apply to the court seeking parenting or financial orders, getting a lawyer is recommended.
Can the same law firm represent both parties?
In New South Wales the same solicitor may act for both parties, but the Law Society’s Code of Practice states: “Each party should be informed in writing that the solicitor . acts for the other party and of the potential for future dispute and additional expense.
How do uncontested divorces work?
In an uncontested divorce, couples can reach an agreement on the financial terms and division of assets before the case goes to court. This is called a Matrimonial Property and Settlement Agreement. A settlement by definition means that neither spouse can contest it later because both parties have agreed to it.
