The Downside of DIY Divorce Document Prep
Written by Nancy Hetrick of Smarter Divorce Solutions
With the increasing popularity of Pinterest, the concept of “do-it-yourself” or “DIY” projects have become enticing for many. I don’t consider myself to be the least bit crafty but have taken on daunting projects like painting kitchen cabinets (I swear, never again) all in the interest of saying, “Wow – look what I did! And I saved a lot of money!”
When DIY is the Only Option For Divorce
In some cases, however, DIY is necessary and the only option. Consider for example couples who are going through a divorce and simply don’t have the financial means to get professional assistance. They are reliant upon DIY divorce documents and are faced with navigating complicated legal issues reduced to fill-in-the-blank forms. It’s a means to an end, albeit less than ideal.
Then there are others who pursue DIY divorce documents simply as a way of saving money – a noble thought, but possibly laden with issues.
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Leah Hadley
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I've been where you are today. Whether you are going through your own divorce or sharing information with a loved one, I've been there. I divorced after ten years of marriage and at the time, I had three young children (ages 3, 6, and 7). I also experienced the divorce of my own parents when I was 8 years old. Now remarried and dealing with the everyday challenges of co-parenting, I am passionate about making the divorce process as painless as possible for the whole family.
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