The short answer is yes. Yes you read that right, I said yes you can. I am even going to give you a checklist to help you decide whether you should hire an attorney or not.
Checklist to Hire An Attorney:
Checklist for Not Hiring an Attorney
In either case, consulting with an attorney to at least discuss your situation can help you immensely. In fact, I would always recommend at least having an attorney review a Waiver of Service (if one is used) and the Final Decree of Divorce before signing them. These two documents can have a major impact on your divorce. Some Waivers of Service contain language that states the divorce can be finalized without your knowledge. The Final Decree of Divorce, once signed by the Judge is difficult if not impossible to change later with regard to property. So even if you do not hire an attorney, consult with one to review the documents before signing just to make sure you fully understand them.
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