QUESTION
How can I get a lawyer if I cannot afford one?
Asked on Nov 23rd, 2013 on Divorce - New York
More details to this question:
My name is Elena. I'm married for 5 years, we have a 4 year old child. I'm not employed but I want to divorce my husband. Is any way I can hire a lawyer and make my husband pay for all this. He has a CPA firm, we rent an apartment in Manhattan, NY. We don't have any property. I helped him with all his business but now that his business grew he basically kicked me out of that. I'm looking for a job but I cant stay with my husband anymore and don't want to wait till I can afford divorce myself. I will pretend for full time custody, alimony and spousal support.
1 ANSWER
If your husband is what the law calls the "monied" spouse he will be required to pay for both lawyers in your divorce. You should discuss your situation with a couple of attorneys and explain - most will be willing to work with you under those circumstances.
Answered on Nov 23rd, 2013 at 5:10 PM