My husband wants a divorce, what can I do?
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My husband wants a divorce, what can I do?
This is my first marriage. I don’t have a job because I’ve been taking care of our son since he was a baby; he is now 3 years old. My husband wants a divorce but what if I don’t want to sign the divorce or the degree? What can happen to me? I feel like my husband wants to somehow screw me over. He of course wants a lawyer so we can do the decree but I can’t afford my own lawyer and I feel like I need someone to defend me.
Asked on May 20, 2016 under Family Law, Texas
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
There are various agencies that provide free legal representation to individuals who qualify. Legal Aid is one of those services. You can also check to see if there is a law school nearby to where you live because they typically run free/low cost clinics that handle divorce cases. Additionally, you can contact the local bar association in your county as it may have a list of attorneys who will take your case "pro bono" (i.e. for free) or for a reduced fee based on your income/circumstances. Further, you can google for women's support groups in your area aand see if can provide a list of attorneys who can help. Finally, try contacting your local Department of Social Services to see if it can refer you to free legal services.
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