If, after working to save the marriage you decide divorce is the way to go, you will need to decide whether or not to hire a divorce attorney. Most divorces are complicated due to the need to handle such issues as child custody, child support, property division and spousal support. For those reasons I suggest that anyone with the financial means hire an attorney so they can be assured that their legal rights are protected..
If you are not able to afford an attorney, you can go to court as a Pro Se litigant and obtain your divorce without an attorney. If you decide to go Pro Se contact your local court clerk and ask for any information such as check list and procedures for filing the original petition for divorce. Whether you hire an attorney or represent yourself, you should study and familiarize yourself with your state’s divorce laws.
