It may be tempting to try to skip hiring a lawyer and handle your divorce yourself, but this is not a good idea. There are a few very important reasons why hiring a property division lawyer is essential. Here are some of the things your lawyer can do for you that are invaluable during the dissolution of your union.
Help Negotiating an Out-of-Court Marital Settlement Agreement
If you and your spouse can agree on property division (and other issues involved in your divorce), you are likely to end up happier with the outcome since you control the disposition of your assets. You may also save money on legal fees and have a more amicable divorce process, which is helpful if you have shared children.
Of course, negotiating with someone with whom you can no longer remain married to is a challenge. A good property division lawyer handles these negotiations on