Do i need a lawyer for legal separation?
Not necessarily. The UK government guide says you get a legal separation by filling in an application and sending it to the court. It does not say you must have a lawyer. You send 3 copies of the form, and the fee is £426. If you agree about children, money and property, you can usually avoid court hearings. Advice is available from groups like Citizens Advice. Rules differ by place, and Canada's government site encourages people to contact a lawyer for family law issues.
When a lawyer helpsA lawyer is worth considering if you and your spouse disagree about children, money or property, or if you are unsure how to fill in the paperwork.
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