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Do I Need a Divorce Lawyer? Here’s How to Tell
No one wants to go through a divorce, but sometimes things just don’t work out the way you had planned. No matter what reason led you down this path, you’ve decided that divorce is the right move for you. Now, you will have some other decisions to make. For one, you need to decide whether you need a lawyer.
Some people do manage to get a divorce without a lawyer, so it’s possible. However, many people do find a divorce lawyer helpful, and often essential, when ending a marriage. If you aren’t yet sure whether you need a divorce lawyer, here are some signs that a divorce lawyer could be what you need right now.
Signs That You Need a Divorce Lawyer
It’s true that not everyone needs a divorce lawyer’s help. If you’ve been married for two months and share no property with your spouse, you probably won’t need a divorce lawyer to dissolve your marriage. You may even be eligible for a summary dissolution of your marriage.
However, many people do need the help of a lawyer. Below are several signs that you might need a divorce lawyer’s assistance.
You’ve Been Married for a Long Time
If you’ve been married for a long time, it can be exceedingly difficult to figure out where you end and your spouse begins. You have been together so long that your lives are completely knotted together. Untangling that knot is not easy, and you will likely need an divorce specialist.
If You Have Significant Property and Assets
Most divorcing couples will share property and assets that have to be divided in a divorce. Some couples have a great deal of wealth, assets, and property. This can be tough to split fairly on your own. If you don’t want to be taken advantage of, you will probably want a lawyer on your team.
When You Have Children
A big issue that comes up during divorce is child custody issues. Many divorcing couples can’t agree on child custody issues, and they need a little help. It’s not unusual for these issues to turn ugly. A lawyer can help you resolve these issues in a timely manner without increased stress and negativity.
If Abuse Was Present in the Marriage
When abuse was an issue in the marriage, you should have a lawyer’s help when going through a divorce.
Team Up with a California Divorce Lawyer
If you believe that a divorce lawyer can help you, make the call to one at our firm. We can help most people resolve their divorces. We can make the divorce process go more smoothly for you. We can also take a lot of the stress that comes with filing for divorce off of your shoulders.
When you have a divorce lawyer on your team, you can feel more confident about the decisions you’re making and about the end result. Reach out to The Law Office of Laurence J. Brock by dialing 909-466-7661 or by completing the internet form on this web page.
