Obtaining a legal divorce in Phoenix and throughout the U.S. requires that you go through the court system. You are not considered to be legally divorced until a judge issues a formal decree. Going to court, however, can be a complex and time consuming task for which you may be ill prepared. You can get through the legal process and know what to expect during your divorce when you retain an experienced family law attorney, particularly one who handles divorce cases.
Divorce Legalities
Divorces are delicate legal matters for a variety of reasons. The judge has the obligation of making sure both parties receive monetary and custodial rights to which they are entitled. If you represent yourself, you could short change your own argument and inadvertently give the advantage to your ex-spouse.
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