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Getting a divorce is not just an emotional roller coaster, it’s also extremely expensive. It drains you emotionally, mentally and financially, making it one of the most taxing processes that a couple can go through. Most people know how expensive a divorce can be which is why, often, parties to a divorce attempt to cut costs wherever possible. While understandable, one area that you should never neglect is hiring legal professional help through a lawyer.
Why do people decide to get a divorce without a lawyer?
- Perceived added cost
Lawyers, regardless of how affordable, are an added cost to a divorce. Hiring a legal professional can be seen as another unnecessary bill that has to be paid at the end of your divorce, however, a lawyer’s services are invaluable. At Prominent Lawyers, we have helped our clients retain their assets and save thousands of dollars in a divorce. Divorces are complex and require technical legal knowledge, expertise and experience to ensure that you can walk away with what is yours.
- Hopes for an amicable resolution
Partners often believe that their divorce can be completed amicably, and while for many couples this is true, for others, it can quickly turn sour. A divorce is a process that can bring out the worst in a person. Heightened emotions, hurtful words and negative memories can motivate someone to lie and deceive to take more than what they are owed in the divorce. It can be difficult to defend against this without the objective and professional help of a divorce lawyer.
What’s at stake in a divorce?
In a divorce, the following will have to be split:
- cash and investments;
- real estate as well as personal property (e.g. cars, furniture, technology);
- property owned before the marriage;
- gifts, inheritances, lottery wins received by one partner or spouse;
- redundancy payouts.
4 reasons why you need your lawyer’s help when getting divorced
- You’re not familiar with family law in Australia
Laws governing divorces fall under family law. Most people aren’t aware of family law in Australia and often let this naivety get in the way of their case.Knowledge of family law, and particularly laws that govern divorces are key in not just presenting a well-conceptualised defence, but also in ensuring that your former partner and their lawyer aren’t infringing on your rights.
If you are self-representing and your divorce reaches the court, remember that a judge will hold you to the same standard as a lawyer. This can be particularly disadvantageous for you if your former partner secured professional legal representation. You want a lawyer who knows family law and is experienced with divorce cases. This is your life and future, let a professional handle it.
- You need an objective party
Divorces are incredibly emotional and mentally exhausting. Without even knowing, the emotions and stresses of a case can cloud your judgement and cause you to make decisions that are ineffective, regretful and not in line with your wants.
A lawyer does not just provide competent representation, but they serve as a sober and objective agent. They will be able to make decisions for you, present an objective point of view and analysis of your case and ensure that no one takes advantage of you.
- Lawyers make you aware of all options
When a lawyer analyses your case, they will let you know what your method of attack should be as well as what is the likely outcome of your case. This doesn’t just prepare you for the result, but it lets you know whether you have a reason to fight or not.
When a lawyer analyses your case, they will let you know what your method of attack should be as well as what is the likely outcome of your case. This doesn’t just prepare you for the result, but it lets you know whether you have a reason to fight or not.
Based on their experience and knowledge of the legal landscape in NSW, your lawyer will present all legally acceptable options to settle your case. Depending on the agreed-upon settlement option, your lawyer will help you prepare your part of the case or settlement proposal.
It’s difficult to know what all of your options are without the help of a lawyer. Knowing all of your options can help you save time, money and allow you to move on with your life much faster. It’s difficult to know what all of your options are without the help of a lawyer. Knowing all of your options can help you save time, money and allow you to move on with your life much faster.
- Divorces require paperwork
Like most legal processes, divorces require a lot of paperwork. This paperwork doesn’t just need to be completed, it needs to be submitted on time and signed by all required parties. While it may seem simple, in the midst of a divorce, it can be exhausting to find out what paperwork is required, competently fill out these forms, get your former partner to sign it and submit it on time.
A lawyer will handle all the paperwork and ensure that they are signed and submitted on time. This will allow you to focus on your healing.
We know how stressful these proceedings can be, to protect yourself and to ensure that you secure the best representation possible in your divorce, contact Prominent Lawyers.
Anthony Bazouni
*The contents in this article are solely intended to provide general information in summary and do not constitute legal advice. We recommend seeking the assistance of a legal professional to discuss any matters at hand.
