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Fees
Divorce can be expensive. You have options for quality legal assistance outside of the traditional, full representation, retained lawyer.
Read on to learn when you can collect reimbursement for attorney fees, when you should consider hiring an attorney to represent you, how to keep costs down and how to prepare for your meeting with a legal coach to get the most out of it.
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Ten Important Laws You Need to Know About (if You’re Getting a Divorce in California)
1. Spousal Support (Family Code Section 4320): While pre-judgment spousal support is generally calculated using a formula, long-term spousal support is determined by review of various factors. Some of the factors the court considers include:...
Complete List of CA, CO, UT Divorce Forms—with Links
Our exhaustive list of California divorce forms with links to download them.
Small Ways to Save Big on Your Divorce Costs
Divorce can be stressful enough without the additional burden of being expensive. But your divorce doesn’t have to break the bank. Here are a few small things you could do to keep costs down, which...
Musings from a Law Office Intake Specialist
I am often the first person that people talk to when setting up meetings with their lawyer or when they have a quick non-legal question that I can assist with. While they are always very...
When are Attorney Fees Awarded in a Divorce Action in California?
It’s no secret that hiring an attorney is expensive. Even if you are using a lawyer on a ‘limited scope’ basis to help you only with strategy or to review and revise your forms, it...
7 Tips for Collecting Your Family Law Money Judgment
So, you have spent months (or maybe even years) reaching a resolution in your matter, but the process is not over yet. If you received a money judgment against your ex-spouse as part of your...
What is a Legal Coach, and Should I Get One?
How Much Will a Divorce Cost?
I want to resolve my divorce with as little expense as possible, and I've decided to represent myself to avoid heavy lawyer fees. How much will it cost to get this done? To initiate your...
I’m Getting a Divorce. Which Service Should I Choose?
You are smart. You’ve decided to get some help with your divorce because you recognize that, apart from it being a “time suck” and an emotional drain, divorce is complex and has significant implications. Going...
Colorado Mandatory Financial Disclosures: What You Need to Know
In Colorado, both parties to a family law case are required to complete mandatory financial disclosures. This is true for divorces, child support modifications, allocation of parental responsibilities matters, and the like. So, what does...
How to File a Divorce Fee Waiver (UT)
Filing fees can be costly, but in certain cases you may qualify for a fee waiver based on your financial situation. When you file your petition or response form, you will need to pay the...
How to File an Uncontested Divorce & What to Expect (UT)
Filing for divorce can seem scary and difficult, but we’re here to make it easier. Let’s walk through the process of an uncontested divorce in Utah, from start to finish. As well, please note that...
Should I file an answer or counter-petition to my spouse’s petition for divorce in Texas?
If you are served with an Original Petition for Divorce in Texas, you are considered the Respondent spouse. The Petition is the document your spouse has filed with the court to initiate divorce proceedings. The...
How is spousal maintenance decided and calculated in Texas?
Spousal maintenance, also called spousal support or alimony, is either something agreed upon by both parties or is ordered by the court, depending on the circumstances of the marriage and consideration of various factors. It...
Divorce 101: California Divorce Law Video Tutorial
You may have already heard me say it before: Divorce is both Procedure & Substance. Procedure = forms, processing with the court, “service of process” (delivery of documents to your spouse). Substance = the issues...
How to file an uncontested divorce in Texas & what to expect
Filing for divorce seems scary and difficult, right? We’re here to make it easier and less stressful. Below, we’ll walk you through the process of an uncontested divorce in Texas, from start to finish. Just...
How to file an agreed divorce with minor children in Texas & what to expect
Filing for divorce seems scary and difficult, right? We’re here to make it easier and less stressful. Below, we’ll walk you through the process of an agreed divorce with minor children in Texas, from start...
What Are the Different Types of Court Hearings I Might Have to Attend? (CA)
The most common type of hearings in Family Court are related to child support, spousal support and/or child custody. These hearings are scheduled after one spouse files a “Request for Order.” Depending on the complexity...
What is Contempt?
In the course of your divorce, the family court may issue a range of orders, including visitation and custody determinations, orders to pay attorney’s fees, and divisions of property. When an ex-spouse (or soon to...
How To File a Fee Waiver for Colorado Divorce Court
When you file your petition or response form, you will need to pay the filing fee with the court. This is normally $230 if you are filing the petition and $116 if you are filing...
Complete List of Colorado Divorce Forms with Links
JDF 205 and JDF 206 – Motion to File Without Payment and Supporting Financial Affidavit If you cannot afford the filing fees and other associated costs payable to the court, this form can be filled...
Dear Divorce Lawyer: The Hard Truth on How and When to Communicate with Your Lawyer
Understanding when to communicate with your lawyer can save you time and money. You know that advice your best friend gave you about writing a scathing note to your ex when you are fuming about...
How to File a Divorce Petition in Colorado
How to File a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage? It can be done in one of two ways: jointly or separately.
Everything You Need to Know about Divorce-Related Loans
Where your money goes in divorce I can’t afford a divorce Can I take out a loan for a divorce? How and where can I get a divorce loan? A divorce money-saving option “I can’t...
Guide to Health Insurance After Divorce
Health insurance during divorce ATRO exceptions Health insurance after your divorce is finalized What is COBRA? What if I incur health insurance charges in those 45 days? How much does COBRA cost? Other health insurance...