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Assumption: "Doing my own divorce means doing it entirely alone."
1 min readThis content reflects observational insights and lived community experiences. It does not constitute legal advice — always consult a qualified professional for your specific circumstances.
What People Expect
People think representing yourself in court means handling every step with no support.
Court Reality
Going it alone in court doesn't mean doing it in isolation. You can represent yourself while getting support from a McKenzie Friend, a solicitor for advice, or both. The distinction that matters is whether you make the financial decisions yourself with eyes open, not whether you do it in a vacuum.
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Bridge The Gap
You can represent yourself and still get expert support. These are two different things.
Doing my own divorce means doing it entirely alone.
Reality
Going it alone in court doesn't mean doing it in isolation. You can represent yourself while getting support from a McKenzie Friend, a solicitor for advice, or both.
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