Are Online Divorce Services Legitimate?
Quick Answer: Yes, legitimate online divorce services exist but use the same free NY forms from courts. You pay 0- 0 for help completing forms you could download free and do yourself.
What Online Services Provide
Help completing forms, document review, filing assistance, customer support, guidance through process. Do NOT provide: Legal advice, court representation, guaranteed outcomes.
Cost Comparison
Online service: 0- 0 + 35 court fee = 35-35 total.
DIY: ash + 35 court fee = 35 total.
Attorney: ,500-,000 including court fee.
Red Flags
- Guarantee specific outcomes
- Claim to be law firm but are not
- Pressure quick purchase
- Hidden fees
- No customer reviews
- Claim exclusive forms
Legitimate Services vs Scams
Legitimate: Clear pricing, honest about limitations, use official forms, good reviews.
Scams: Too good to be true promises, upfront payment only, disappear after paid, provide wrong forms.
Better Alternatives
DIY with court help center (free), attorney document review ( 0- 0 with legal advice), full attorney service (,500-,000 complete representation).