Is divorce possible without a lawyer?
Is divorce possible without a lawyer?
In Alberta, you can file for divorce without a lawyer and even if you decide to self-file it is advisable to consult a lawyer before doing so. Alberta also has a requirement of residency which means you need to have been a resident in the Province for at least one year before filing for divorce.
Can I divorce without court?
The divorce process will end your marriage. You can only get a divorce if you’ve been married for at least one year. You might be able to get divorced without needing a solicitor or going to court if you and your ex-partner can agree you both want a divorce, and on the reason why.
Who pays adultery divorce?
In most cases, the costs will be split between the divorcing couple as follows: where adultery is the fact proven, the respondent will pay for 100% of the costs of the divorce (including the court fee). For unreasonable behaviour, the couple will split the costs 50/50.
Do you have to wait 2 years to get divorced?
The straightforward answer is no. However how you decide to move things forward must be a decision for you, but one based on sound legal advice. The only ground for divorce is the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage.
