Bob--Can you clarify the Nevada "joint petition" procedure? Does it
automatically mean one lawyer is representing both?
We have "joint petitions" in NH, but there is no requirement that the parties
agree to anything other than the need for divorce (& the other facts in the
petition). It may be signed by 2 lawyers, no lawyers, or one lawyer & one
self-represented party. As a practical matter, those who file a joint petition
usually either file the agreement with the joint petition or within a few
months of filing it.
One NH lawyer may not even consult with the 2 parties to a divorce, let alone
"represent" them in filing for divorce.
BTW-The joint petition is usually used in filing the agreement in a
collaborative divorce.
For the reasons Bob mentioned, even if your state allows one lawyer to
represent 2 parties, this "cordial divorce" seems very risky for the lawyer.
And if the goal is to avoid fighting, either collaborative practice or
mediation are fine methods.
Honey Hastings
honeyhastings@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
office/Wilton NH 603.654.5000
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