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    A DIY Divorce in Macomb County Michigan

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    Once a couple decides to get a divorce, many wish they could get it over with as quickly as possible. Efficiency and saving money are top priorities for many divorcing pairs and, as a result, they think the DIY divorce in Macomb County is the way to go.

    Pursuing a self-divorce is always an option, and the resources are out there, but it’s important to consider whether a do-it-yourself divorce is the smart move, or the guaranteed way to make your Michigan divorce even more difficult and costly.

    The Pros and Cons of a DIY Divorce in Michigan

    We get it. You don’t want to spend major bucks on a divorce attorney’s fees. In fact, you might prefer to avoid working with a lawyer entirely. You can file your divorce paperwork on your own and complete the divorce process without the help of an attorney – anything is possible with the help of the internet. There are no promises, however, that a DIY divorce of any shape, size, or method will be easy.

    Your journey will be that much more complicated if your ex has retained the help of a divorce attorney and you have not – you’re already in a losing situation. Your former spouse’s experienced lawyer will use your lack of representation against you and, no matter how prepared you are, you’ll come up short in front of a judge.

    Here’s what you need to know about a do-it-yourself divorce in Michigan:

    A Do-It-Yourself Divorce in Macomb County Doesn’t Mean a Quickie Divorce

    You may think it’s in every divorce attorney’s best interest to discourage you from attempting a do-it-yourself divorce. Yes and no. Of course, we want your business, but we want it because we know we can help you. Your best bet for achieving a speedy, fair Michigan divorce is to have the support of an experienced, knowledgeable divorce lawyer on your side.

    If you want to avoid a lengthy divorce, choosing a DIY divorce is not the speedy route. There is too much room for error. You may fill out paperwork incorrectly, forget to complete a requirement by the court, and, in the process, will waste your own time and energy and that of the Macomb County judge assigned to your case.

    Guidance is the critical tool you’re investing in when you work with a divorce lawyer. You are paying for your divorce attorney’s knowledge of Michigan divorce law, their familiarity with the county judges, and their ability to quickly answer your questions and tell you what a likely outcome would be of any motion, request, or demand.

    Consider Your Future After a Michigan Divorce

    Divorcing couples live in the now, figuring out how to make all the changes required by their decision to split up, like where they will live, where the kids will spend their time, and how to afford the monthly bills in this state of limbo. Remember, the result of your divorce affects your future too.

    If you sacrifice everything for a speedy divorce, it may be at your own expense – far more than you would ever pay a divorce attorney. You may agree to terms you don’t want and give in to certain demands only to discover later that you were owed more money, have been encumbered with more debt, got screwed where taxes are concerned, or were stripped of certain entitlements.

    Divorce is as much an emotional experience as a financial one. Can you take emotions out of all divorce dealings and make logical choices to protect yourself, your kids, and your assets? A divorce lawyer keeps your best interests at the forefront.

    Contact Michigan Divorce Help in Mt. Clemens, MI, to schedule your no-cost initial interview and find out how we can help you through your no-fault Michigan divorce.

    What makes us the right divorce attorneys for you?

    Family Law Expertise

    Most lawyers are in a general practice and do some of everything. One of our main focuses is on Family law and being expert at divorce, custody and support matters.

    Strong Relationships

    We are in court daily, working with the family court judges, their staff and clerks, the Friend of the Court office, the Bar Association and other attorneys working in this area. We pride ourselves on fighting hard for our clients while working well with everyone.

    Experience

    Our extensive experience and strong relationship with the courts and our peers leads many judges and attorneys to hire us to act as Mediators in other Family Law cases. Make no mistake; having a strong working relationship with the court can have a massive impact on your case. Unlike most attorneys, we have no fear of the court room and are in trial regularly against the best in the business. We see the judges every week and maintain strong ties with their staff.

    We Care

    Although every attorney can “handle” your case, Michigan Divorce Help cares about you and your family. We work extremely hard to keep this difficult process civil and to shelter your children from as much of the negative facets as possible.

    Commitment

    Once your case is concluded, we will be there to help you with any post-judgment problems that may arise.

    Flexibility

    Everyone’s financial situation is different and we work with our clients to formulate a fee arrangement that works within your means.

    Effectiveness

    We have handled every possible situation involving domestic law. We will do everything possible to wrap up your case in a timely manner, avoiding delays that cause unnecessary legal fees.

    Tenacity

    When your case cannot be easily solved, we will fight hard and use all of our resources to win. Unlike most attorneys, we have no fear of the court room and we regularly win cases against the best in the business at trial.

    Expert Staff

    Unlike many attorneys who have a part-time typist and work 30 hours a week, we have an expert staff available all day long to assist you and provide immediate service.

    Personal Service

    At Michigan Divorce Help, your case will be handled by an experienced family law attorney. Each of our attorneys in our family law division has many years of experience in handling family law matters.

    We encourage you to see these differences for yourself and call today to speak with one of our partners or schedule a free consultation at our office.

    During traditional business hours, please call us at: (586) 954-9500

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