lawyer

[BobMane]

TN


is there any way to get a lawyer appointed to you from the state for no cost if you don't have money and are in a divorce proceeding?


also, is there any way to go to mediation and skip court?

 

[Free_Advice]

Can I assume that the soon-to-be-EX has no money either? & no kids, property etc..

 

[mistoffolees]

TN


is there any way to get a lawyer appointed to you from the state for no cost if you don't have money and are in a divorce proceeding?


also, is there any way to go to mediation and skip court?

Are there any kids or property to be divided?

Your best bet is to reach an agreement with your stbx on how all property and debts will be divided as well as child custody and child support (if relevant) and then submit it to the court for approval.

 

[BobMane]

no, we have a child but both of us are broke

we made a parenting plan and agreed to it but now she is getting weird and saying she wont sign it

 

[mistoffolees]

no, we have a child but both of us are broke

we made a parenting plan and agreed to it but now she is getting weird and saying she wont sign it

Then you're going to have a contested divorce. If you won't/can't pay for an attorney, you need to learn all the rules and procedures as well as understanding how it works. Spend a lot of time here reading other threads to get an idea of how it works in your state. Contact your court clerk to see if they have a self-help site or instructions on the procedures.