The process of getting a divorce isn’t fun for most people and it’s common and understandable for individuals to want to make the process as cheap as possible. This leads some to decide to represent themselves. The truth is that while this can be cheaper in the short-term it can be incredibly expensive in the long run.
You can represent yourself in your divorce case but you should first know what you’re getting into
Sure, you can represent yourself in any family law proceeding, including a divorce. The most common reason people choose to do so is because they assume they’re not able to afford hiring a divorce lawyer. The truth is that it’s almost never cheaper.
Consider this scenario: You represent yourself and get an unfavorable judgment due to your lack of experience with legal proceedings. While you won’t have spent money on lawyer’s fees, you could end up losing a significant amount of your assets, owing much more alimony than you would have if you’d had effective representation, and even losing custody of your children.
Learn about the many advantages of working with a qualified divorce lawyer
There are a lot of advantages of working with a divorce attorney who’s been educated, trained, and is experienced in handling all manner of legal situations. Just the paperwork alone can be overwhelming, daunting, and confusing for the layperson. The Judicial Counsel of the Judiciary Branch of the State of California is currently trying to update the latest legal forms to make the process simpler but today it is simply too complicated for most people to understand.
There is a middle ground
If you truly believe that you don’t have the financial resources to hire an attorney, there is an alternative. Contact Kendall Gkikas & Mitchell today and let us know what your situation is. We are willing and ready to work with you to explain the main points of the process and to help point you in the right direction as you self-represent yourself in a divorce case. Some examples including helping you review the settlement terms, or laying out the next steps required so you can get your divorce settled as quickly and favorably as possible.
Contact an experienced and passionate divorce attorney today
At Kendall Gkikas & Mitchell we take every case seriously. That’s why every initial consultation is a full hour and is with one of the partners. Other family law firms may pair you up with a staff member or only talk with you for 15 minutes. We believe you deserve the best treatment from the first moment you walk through our doors.
Are you ready to learn how to move forward? Contact Kendall Gkikas & Mitchell at 909-482-1422 and let us help you. This is a trying time and while we can’t work miracles, we can get you through it as quickly and painlessly as possible – and with the best possible outcome.
