DIY Divorce – Ohio
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What are the biggest obstacles people face when considering a divorce?
What are the biggest obstacles people face when considering a divorce?Different people face different challenges, depending upon their individual circumstances. Common concerns when considering divorce include:
- Money: “I am ready for divorce, but how can I afford a lawyer?”
- Grief: “How can I move on when I’m not ready to let go?”
- Expectations: “Why can’t I get everything I want out of this divorce?”
- The future: “Where will I go from here?”
Do I need to work with my spouse during the divorce process?
You can always start the divorce process without your spouse. However, there are certain aspects of divorce in which a spouse needs to be involved, such as hiring a mediator, parenting coordinator, co-parenting coach.
What are the benefits of going through the process of divorce online?
Online access and virtual consultations allow you to learn about the divorce process on your own time. Not everyone is ready to meet with a lawyer. Not everyone has the same schedule or availability. DivorcePlus puts you in control.
If you are curious about the process and want trustworthy information, we make that available to you for free. And if you are ready for the next step, our professional service providers are here and ready when you are.
How can I best prepare for my initial lawyer consultation?
We recommend that you start keeping a diary as soon as possible. A clear record and timeline of events can be very useful down the line. The more information, the better.
What if I already have a divorce lawyer?
If you are happy with your divorce lawyer, stay with them. Our free resources address common divorce concerns so you won’t have to pay for as much time with your lawyer. We also provide a wide range of professional services if you’re looking for a little extra guidance.
What is the number one key to a successful divorce?
Listen.
During the divorce process, some people ask questions and then ignore answers they don’t like. Keep in mind, even when you don’t like an answer, there are always ways to work through the process.
Trust your lawyer to help get you where you want to be. The best pathway forward is to listen and learn how to work with the law.
