Generally, no. You can commence your divorce proceedings by: a) lawyer's representation; b) non-lawyer consulting services, i.e. paralegal representation and; c) self-representation.
Even if your divorce is uncontested, there may be procedural complications that would require the services of a lawyer. For example, if you have no idea where your spouse is living, you may have trouble serving the Petition for Divorce on him or her.
There may also be children issues, i.e. support, custody, access to be negotiated. If these matters have not been resolved, you may resolve them through a separation agreement before you commence your divorce. A divorce will likely not be granted by the court if children issues are not resolved.
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