Online Divorce: Does it really save time and money?
"Time and Money is what we want most but it's what we use worse."
In an ideal world, a divorce is amicable and all the details around a divorce are those on which both parties completely agree. However, we don’t live in an ideal word and not all scenarios are ideal for everyone involved. Realistically, ‘one size does not fit all’. There is always that 'little' something or hiccup and you need to ensure you’ve covered all aspects of your unique divorce before signing on the dotted line.
It is a very rare case indeed where a divorce is smooth. We all want to save time and money, and we would all prefer that those unsavoury times in our lives be managed quickly so that we are free to move forward. Regardless of the reasoning behind divorcing, once reality settles in and it dawns on either party that a divorce is imminent, people change minds and the goal posts move.
While the promise of a fast and easy online divorce, ‘free’ of legal fees, may sound very appealing and obviously preferable. It is important to remember that with most legal cases, divorces are not generally simple transactions and of course, not 'free'. Aside from the emotions that go hand-in-hand with a divorce, there are many aspects that require more reflection than simply clicking yes/no boxes on an online form.
There is also the pre-conception that an online divorce is inexpensive and yes, on the surface they certainly look that way. However, all divorces should be approached with caution and with due care and consideration. Snap decisions and tick boxing may cost you in the longer term.
We’ve all been there, bought that online rechargeable cable at a reduced price and, on the surface it’s a great deal. In reality and after that ‘deal’ has broken and replaced several times over, our time and money would have been better spent on the real thing!
Apply the same to a divorce coupled with heightened frustrations and emotions. An online divorce can seem like a good deal when in reality there really is no replacement for thoughtful counselling. Where some decisions require interpretation, reasoning and careful consideration so that all aspects can be settled correctly and in timely fashion. And, most of all, reach an amicable agreement and satisfactory agreement for those involved and for the well-being of all concerned.
A “traditional” divorce may not be as quick and easy as one promised online but it can and should be resolved in a professional manner where both parties are able to move forward positively. Vincent McCarthy Solicitors will ensure your divorce is not only manageable but also cost-effective and time saving in the long run.
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6 年Cost is always relative and may seem big to start with but smaller as time and personal situations change. I was always advice by Vincent to try to get a clean break divorce. Higher cost but with the resent loss of my mother, at least I do not expect another claim against my estate. Divorce is not nice or easy as there is always two or more sides to everything. Quick, cheap and simple might sound great now, but maybe not the best solution in the long run for either of you.