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What happens when my husband can't afford to pay for my divorce attorney?
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∙ 12y ago
Pay For it yourself you cow
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If you're in CA and your husband filed for divorce in NY do you have to go to NY for the divorce or can you hire an attorney to represent you or represent yourself if you can't afford an attorney?
You can hire an attorney or represent yourself but will eventually need to go to NY to finalize the divorce. Search the web for NY Court Divorce Forms. Just make sure if you've been served with papers already that you ANSWER in the time alotted! Good Luck.
I am wanting to get a divorce but really can't afford an attorney. How can I file for a divorce without one in the state of Washington?
It's actually very easy to file for divorce without a lawyer. You simply need to go to your County Court, and fill out divorce forms.
What happens if you cannot afford a retainer fee for a crimanal attorney?
Criminal - court through legal aid will appoint one for you.
Have not lived with husband for 4.5 years he has girlfriend you want a divorce what to do?
Get a lawyer, one you can afford. And divorce him, whether you love him or not you deserve better. It sounds as if there were problems in the first place. Go get your local phonebook and start searching for divorce lawyers. Call and get estimates like you would on buying a car, and figure out which one is best for you. If you can't afford a divorce, then try loans and such, or help from family. Someone will stand behind you!
Does the court need to appt a attorney when a defendant can not afford one and is a first time feloney offense?
In the United States, the court is required to appoint an attorney to represent a defendant who cannot afford one in a felony case, regardless of whether it is the defendant's first offense. This right to counsel is protected by the Sixth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
How does one get legal help for a divorce in Arizona when they can't afford one a lawyer?
There are self help groups for fathers and mothers. If you are a battered woman, a womens shelter can help you find an attorney.
Where can an unemployed wife find assistance if the husband abandons the marriage in Wisconsin.?
File a divorce petition in the approprite state court in the city or county of residence. If the person cannot afford an attorney they should contact Wisconsin Legal Aid for assistance. Contact information can be found at the Wisconsin Bar Association website, http://www.wisbar.org
Your wife and you filed for divorce 3 months ago She went to a car lot and bought a used convertible Mercedes out of spite and she doesn't even have a job she hasn't worked in 10 years you went to the?
Your divorce attorney is salivating right now. If she bought a car she can't possibly afford after filing for divorce, she's pretty clearly acting in bad faith. In the long run, if your attorney is even halfway competent, this is good news for you.
I am in divorce proceeding for divorce and my spouses attorney is asking for my immigration status so am I obligated by law to share my immigration status in civil divorce proceeding and court?
If you do not already have a lawyer it is wise to get one to protect your rights. If you do have a lawyer then your lawyer should be advising you whether you need to show your immigration status. If you cannot afford a lawyer the courts will provide a lawyer for you.
Can a judge make you take a attorney that you cant afford?
No, the court will appoint you an attorney that is paid for by the tax payers.
How do you fire an attorney when you cant afford a new one?
you don't
Why does Gideon come to trial without a lawyer?
Because he couldnt afford an attorney to represent him in criminal court. The US Supreme Court ruled that criminal defendants will be provided with a defense attorney at government cost when the defendant cannot afford an attorney.
