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closeWednesday, Sep. 10, 2008
Online divorces not always easy as a double-click
Ingrid Stegemoeller, Herald staff writer
Getting a divorce online isn't necessarily a quick fix, according to the state Attorney General's Office.
The office reached an agreement with Online Divorce, operating inside the state as Washington Divorce Online, which was accused of "offering divorce services and providing legal advice without the necessary credentials," according to the AG's office.
Companies are allowed to sell legal forms in the state but attorneys are the only ones who can complete forms for others.
The Delaware company admitted no wrongdoing but agreed to post a notice online telling people that its employees aren't Washington-licensed attorneys and don't provide divorce services for Washington consumers.
Refunds also were provided to consumers who complained to the AG's office about not receiving requested services or refunds.
-- Ingrid Stegemoeller: 582-1537; istegemoeller@tricityherald.com; Business Beat blog at www.tricityherald.com
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