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If the judge knew the plantiff in a divorce can the defendant file for a retrial dur the the conflict of interest?
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The judge also knows both attorneys. Simply knowing someone is not the issue. It's whether they have a personal or professional relationship. Is there something about the decision that has the appearance of conflict?
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Does the plantiff have to show up in court or just the defendant?
Does the plantiff in a divorce have 2 show up for court
Can 1 lawyer represent 2 people in a divorce?
No. There would be a conflict of interest even if the divorce is amicable. In that case the parties should use a mediator.No. There would be a conflict of interest even if the divorce is amicable. In that case the parties should use a mediator.No. There would be a conflict of interest even if the divorce is amicable. In that case the parties should use a mediator.No. There would be a conflict of interest even if the divorce is amicable. In that case the parties should use a mediator.
Is it a conflict of interest for a wife to use the lawyer that was against her on a previous divorce?
Yes
Is it illegal for an attorney to represent both parties in a divorce?
Yes. That would be a conflict of interest.
Is it a conflict of interest that your divorce attorney is good friends and speaks daily with a woman your husband would like to marrY?
Absoultely! If your soon-to-be ex husband is in a relationship with this woman it is a serious conflict. How can you expect to get fair and unbiased legal representation? Find another attorney, file against this attorney for conflict of interest and get on with the divorce!
What can a divorce judge take from the defendant?
It depends on the laws of the jurisdiction and the facts of the case. Judges who preside over a divorce case can take and redistribute a defendant's interest in property, can take a portion of the defendant's income for child support, can take the defendant's right to visit with their children under certain circumstances and can also take the defendant's liberty if they refuse to pay child support. Child Support Enforcement can take such things as a tax refund, the right to drive a vehicle and can garnish wages.
Is it a conflict of interest that the divorce lawyer is best friends with your wife?
Well exactly how close are these best friends? Who is the BF Attorney representing? I mean really would you honestly feel comfotable with this situation??? Yes it is a conflict of interest and the best friend attorney shpould excuse himself from the case due to a conflict of interest.
Is it a conflict of interest for a divorce attorney to hire a client and continue to represent them in cases related to the divorce?
The question is a little confusing, but no, it's not usually a conflict of interest for an attorney to represent someone who works for them, or who is also a client they're representing in other cases. (After all, an attorney is supposed to do the best possible job for their client.)
If you have your spouses durable power of attorney can you sign his name to your divorce papers?
You would have a conflict of interest by signing the divorce papers for both parties. Your spouse must sign his own name.
Would it be a conflict of interest if my husband were to use the attorney that his ex-wife works for as a divorce attorney now?
Yes, it could be considered a conflict of interest due to the potential bias or influence that the ex-wife's connection may have on the legal proceedings. It's advisable to seek legal counsel from someone who does not have a direct relationship with any involved parties.
Is defendant and respondent the same?
A defendant is the party being sued in a civil or criminal lawsuit. In some types of cases, such as that of divorce, a defendant is also called a respondent.
Can a defendant in a divorce put a purchase agreement on a house but not close on the house until the judge finalizes the divorce?
Yes
