If I do not have a lot of moneybut would like information on reasonable lawyer services regarding filing for a divorce, what do I do?
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If I do not have a lot of moneybut would like information on reasonable lawyer services regarding filing for a divorce, what do I do?
I have been married for 12 years and last year I asked my husband to leave because he was cheating. In the meantime he moved in with his girlfriend but he is not in any hurry to divorce me. I would like to get the ball rolling and would like information on how to start the process.
Asked on November 14, 2011 under Family Law, Texas
Answers:
B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
A good start is to make lists and gather information before you even talk to an attorney. The better info you take to an attorney, the better an answer they can give you on how long your divorce will take to get moving. What you need to gather is a list of all the bills due (account numbers, balance, who's name in), a list of all assets (include property descriptions, copies of deeds, etc.) and a list of what personal property items you want out of the divorce. With info in hand, visit with a couple of different attorneys. Many will offer free or inexpensive consultations. Take this time to find one that feels right to you and understands your objectives in the divorce. From there, hire the one you are the most comfortable with-- this person will eventually be your voice in court. After you hire the attorney, they can then file an original petition for divorce and get the ball officially rolling. You do not need your husband's permission to file-- just an address where he can be served with the paperwork.
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