As an experienced attorney who has done numerous trials in all areas of family law I want to say up front that I DO NOT RECOMMEND DOING A TRIAL WITHOUT AN ATTORNEY.  However, for real do-it-yourselfers, and those who just can not afford an attorney, please discuss away to your heart's content, this is a free board. 

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