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If I can’t afford a divorce lawyer, should I represent myself?

I plan to file a no fault divorce in the state of Connecticut. I have 1 kid with another on the way. I want the division of finances 50/50. I don’t want my house but do want joint custody. All my finances are in a joint account so I have no control over them.

Asked on February 8, 2018 under Family Law, Connecticut

Answers:

M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 6 years ago | Contributor

You can file for a divorce yourself; each state typically has an on-line site that contains the information for this. However, since children are involved, you may want legal representatiob. Since money is an issue, see if Legal Aid can assist you. If not, check if there is a law school in your area since many run legal clinics that take clients for free/reduced fees. Finally, see if your local county/state bar association has a list of attorneys who will represent clients "pro bono" (i.e. for free) based on their income/circumstances.

M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 6 years ago | Contributor

You can file for a divorce yourself; each state typically has an on-line site that contains the information for this. However, since children are involved, you may want legal representatiob. Since money is an issue, see if Legal Aid can assist you. If not, check if there is a law school in your area since many run legal clinics that take clients for free/reduced fees. Finally, see if your local county/state bar association has a list of attorneys who will represent clients "pro bono" (i.e. for free) based on their income/circumstances.


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