I’ve been separated from my ex for six years, and the divorce process has been frustrating. We agreed on everything since there are no children, but my lawyer has really dropped the ball. She’s let paperwork lapse and missed vital forms, which has kept our divorce stuck in the system for five years. My ex is representing himself, and every court appearance reveals more issues caused by my lawyer’s negligence. I recently moved from central to northern California, and after months of no communication, I decided to let her go. Suddenly, she sent the missing form. Now, I need to know if I have to pay anyone to file this form, and I want someone to review my case to finalize the divorce, but I’m low on funds. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
I’m sorry to hear about your situation. Have you thought about reporting your lawyer? It sounds like she hasn’t been doing her job properly.
You might want to look into legal aid services in your area. They can sometimes help with paperwork for free or at a reduced cost.
In California, if you decide to represent yourself, you can file the missing form directly with the court. It might save you some money.
Consider reaching out to local law schools. They often have legal clinics where students help with cases under supervision.
If your lawyer failed to do her job, you might have grounds for a complaint. It’s worth looking into if you want to take action.