Obviously you can, because the court gives you the right to represent yourself in the court. If you are not familiar with the court procedures then it is advised to appoint a divorce lawyer.

Yes, you can represent yourself in court but, it is advisable to take the services of a practicing divorce attorney. See similar questions...

Yes. But, divorces can be complex. So, get a lawyer if you can. This is even more true if there are custody, support, pension or property issues. You should definitely get a lawyer if you have a claim to your spouse's military pension. Information Not Legal Advice. This web site has been prepared for general information purposes only. The information on this web site is not legal advice. Legal advice depends on the specific facts of each situation. See similar questions...

Yes, you are entitled to do that. Check our section on Self-Representation, and also the section on the NS Barrister's web site entitled "Why you might need a lawyer". We have other information available on this web site under Resources And Links. See similar questions...

There is an old saying: "A person who represents himself in court has a fool for a client.". Yes, you can represent yourself in court. However, you will be expected to know and adhere to the same rules of law, evidence, and procedure that attorneys spend years learning in law school, and perfecting in the courtroom. If you are being prosecuted for a criminal offense, the prosecuting attorney will, due to his or her training and experience, have a tremendous advantage over you. See similar questions...

This information is intended to answer some of your questions but it is not intended to give you legal advice. The Community Legal Education Association (CLEA) offers both a Law Phone-In and Lawyer Referral service. The Law Phone-In provides general legal information. To contact both services you can call 204-943-2305 or toll free 1-800-262-8800. For the Lawyer Referral service only you can call 204-943-3602. See similar questions...

In Washington State, the court is not required to award one spouse's separate property to that spouse, or to divide the community property 50/50. In Washington State, the court can make any division of property and debts that is just and equitable, after considering: The nature and extent [The nature of the property means what type of property it is (real estate, cars, household items, etc). The extent means how much property there is or how much it is worth. See similar questions...

No. In New York all matrimonial matters are confidential. Unless it is your attorney or counsel, or by Court order, you would have to give a person written permission to view, examine or copy any papers filed in your case. See similar questions...

The petitioner (spouse who files the papers) will have to go to his or her county courthouse of residence to file and pay the filing fee. In some states, both parties must appear before the judge. If your divorce is uncontested and if a marital settlement agreement is filed, in most cases, you will not have to go to court. In that situation, all of the legal documents can be filed with the court, and the judgment can be sent to you. See similar questions...

A court of law is the only way in which one can obtain a divorce decree, dissolution, legal separation, nullity, or other form of terminating a marriage in Connecticut. See similar questions...

No. Many people file for divorce without using a lawyer, using forms and other information they find online, in the public library or elsewhere. There are savings with this approach as well as costs. The savings include the amount you would have paid an attorney to review the MOU, to answer any questions you might have, to prepare the Complaint and the accompanying paperwork, and to appear with you in Court to "put the divorce through. See similar questions...

You can never be over-prepared for court. Be sure to review the specifics with the lawyer. Basic guidelines will help you work with your lawyer as a successful team. Presentation: the client should always be very comfortable, but not to sacrifice a proper and respectable appearance. Relax: Although the experience is very new, it is very helpful for the lawyer if the client is relaxed. When you are on the witness stand, remember to listen to all questions asked in full. See similar questions...

In most cases no. We will process your documents through court for you. However, the judge may request a hearing in unusual circumstances. See similar questions...

No. Many divorces are settled without court involvement. The attorneys can draft a Property Settlement Agreement. After it is signed, it acts as a contract between the parties, spelling out property rights and resolving other issues. Divorces that require the use of the courts often are much more expensive. See similar questions...

Response: On both the state and national level DUI defense fees vary widely for drunk driving cases (DUI / OWI). There is also a large difference in the way such DUI fees are charged. Some lawyers charge a large initial retainer that covers all aspects of drunk driving defense, while others bill in increments. When evaluating a fee, be careful to consider exactly what is being paid for and what is included. Just make sure you're comparing "apples with apples. See similar questions...

Many people who use the ERD Court comment on how friendly and helpful the counter staff are. They can't give you legal advice, but they do know a lot about the Court procedures and processes. So if you have a question, the front counter (or registry) is always a great place to start. Their phone number is 8204 0300. The Environmental Defender's Office (EDO) can also be extremely helpful. See similar questions...

Yes, you may represent yourself in Traffic Court. If you so desire, you may engage the services of a lawyer or an agent. See similar questions...