Getting divorced, but it is all good

[Tron]

No this isn't a sympathy thread or anything. We've been separated for over 2 years and are on good terms but have been lazy in getting this done but finally are. We are trying to get divorced without involving lawyers since we are poor and cheap. I already have divorce complaint filled out and ready to be notarized tomorrow so I can turn it in to start the ball rolling. I believe I have most of the forms we will need for the duration but was wondering if anyone could give me any pointers so as to not to fuck this process up and get it done right. Such a pain that the court wont give any help or info since its a legal matter. Don't know why they cant just tell me the steps to get it done. We both want to get divorced, no children, both have our stuff, no fighting over things. Residing in Alabama. Any help is grateful.

 

[Rabid Ram]

https://www.divorcesource.com/ds/alabama/alabama-divorce-laws-657.shtml

As a recently divorced person myself I found this site helped I found specificly the section for your state

 

[coconut]

If it is as you say then at least ask a lawyer. Look for a legal aid organization. Larger cities should have something. Found this: https://divorce.laws.com/cost-of-divorce/how-much-does-a-divorce-cost-in-alabama

Good luck.

 

[Angry Ram]

If you need a lawyer who likes to make up pointless shit, I hear Mike Foolio is looking for clients.

 

[Akrasian]

https://www.rocketlawyer.com/article/alabama-uncontested-divorce.rl

That's a step by step.

There are also paralegals who - for a fee much lower than an attorney fee - will help you fill out the forms for an uncontested divorce, so the courts won't kick it out.

 

[Mister Sin]

I’m glad you two are on the same page. That seems important.

 

[Tron]

thanks for the advice and help guys

 

[Dodgersrf]

I'm in agreement with @Akrasian
A paralegal is a great way to go.
They cost much less than an attorney and bring the piece of mind that all forms are filled out correctly. Which can be extremely confusing.

 

[Selassie I]

Another thing I'd add...

Stop delaying it. The sooner you get it taken care of, the sooner you can move on!