I took the plunge today and called around to some divorce lawyers and they charge at least $275 -350 for a consultation. Some give 30 min free but I'm sure they're tight lipped on purpose during those 30 mins. Since I don't work and don't have my own money, the only choice is to get legal aid to help me, so I called them and got some info. I filed an application on the phone - they changed things here in Canada and only consult over the phone and not in person. I did a referred application - meaning I gave the info but no action until I give the green light. They gave me a case number to call back and some websites where I can download forms to take to the court house.

I'm waiting at this moment because my husband claims to income tax...that after paying all bills for the house and business that he only makes $11,000 profit income. What this means if I go to court is, I would get next to diddly - meaning I would need to get a job or go on welfare. I live in a $300, 000 house which would be a shock but there's no equity in the house if it were to be sold. So that's my dilemma - do I stay living in nice surrounding or live poverty level with some peace of mind. At least I did something and I have to think it over carefully. I couldn't find any Pro Bono lawyers and basically its the same as legal aid lawyers.