Representing yourself in a contested divorce.
Wondering if you can represent yourself in a contested divorce? The Seattle divorce attorneys with the The Seattle Family Law Group can help you answer that. The short answer is you can absolutely represent yourself in a contested divorce. You’re going to need to make sure that you’re familiar with those civil rules for Washington State.
Also, you’re going to want to be familiar with local rules that govern family law especially in King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties. You’ll want to be familiar with the rules for bringing a motion for temporary orders. And you’re also going to want to be familiar with the rules of trial in the event that your case goes to trial.
The short answer is if you’re familiar with all of those rules and you feel comfortable managing and litigating your case yourself, then absolutely, represent yourself in a contested dissolution. However, if you don’t feel comfortable, then you it is highly recommended to get some experienced legal help. Why is this important? Our Seattle divorce attorneys represent people in contested dissolutions every day, and we can help you too.
Give us a call today: (206) 633-2015.
