What Is “Pro Se” and Why Does Texas Allow It? If you’ve been researching divorce or other legal matters in Texas, you’ve probably come across the term “pro se.” For many people, the phrase sounds intimidating or overly technical. In reality, it simply refers to a person representing themselves in court without hiring a lawyer. In Texas, the law allows individuals to appear “pro se” in many types of civil cases, including uncontested divorces. This right exists because courts recognize that people should have access to the legal system even...
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