Getting divorced is stressful, so it makes sense that spouses may want to minimize the hassle of unlinking their lives by opting for an online divorce, which presents the promise of being cheaper and easier to navigate. However, while this cookie-cutter approach may seem appealing, it can potentially result in a plethora of avoidable and costly mistakes.
The Risks of Pursuing an Online Divorce
Before you and your spouse choose to move forward with an online divorce, it is essential that you understand the risks associated with it.
Below are some of the reasons why an online divorce is a bad idea:
- Divorce is often a complex process and no two situations are identical, which is why it would be unwise to assume that a one-size-fits-all approach can effectively address your needs and goals. If your assets are remotely complicated or there are children involved, an online divorce would simply not work out for you and your spouse.
- Although online divorces are certainly cheap, you get what you pay for. Most of these services do not provide professional legal assistance when it comes to making decisions that will substantially impact your future for many years to come. You might have to expend a lot of your own time and energy trying essentially navigate the process of filing for divorce yourself, making plenty of mistakes along the way.
- Despite your best efforts and desire to make an online divorce work for you, you might still find yourself in court. For example, if you did not meet the specific requirements of the county where you are filing or you filed the incorrect forms, a judge might require you to come to court to review the forms before finalization.
If you are planning to end your marriage, hiring an experienced attorney will cost you less in the long run. Moreover, you can rest easy knowing you did not make any unnecessary mistakes.
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If you are filing for divorce, the family law team at Kay Polk, Attorney at Law will guide you through the process and protect your interests. You can rely on us to obtain the best results for your divorce case.
Call our law office today at (713) 234-6260 to schedule a consultation with our attorney to get started on your divorce and learn more about what we can do for you.
