Divorce without lawyers: What you need to know
January 10, 2025
Uncontested divorce costs $15,000 to $30,000 with lawyers. Without lawyers? You can do it for a fraction of that.
What uncontested means
Both parties agree on everything. Asset division, custody, support. No fighting over who gets what. If you can agree, you don't need lawyers to referee.
The expensive way
Hire two lawyers who bill by the hour. They negotiate back and forth. Draft agreements. Revise them. Bill more hours. Six months later, you're broke and divorced.
The smart way
Use a neutral platform to work out the details. Upload your assets and debts. Both sides propose splits. Get AI guidance on what's fair. Create a written agreement. File it yourself. Done in a week.
When you do need a lawyer
Contested custody. Hidden assets. Domestic violence. Complex business ownership. Get a lawyer. For everything else, save your money.
What to do first
Get a free second opinion on your situation. Upload financial documents. Get instant analysis. If it's straightforward, resolve it without lawyers. If it's complicated, at least you'll know what you're dealing with before spending $15,000.