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Hi I am filing child support for my daughter and her father is mad! His ex gf who he is currently living with who still cares for him is a litigation atty and said she can represent him! I was told I can file a conflict of interest bc they once had a romantic relationship And live together. He is saying she told him I can’t do that and she can be his lawyer esp bc it’s free for him. Can I file for conflict of interest? Thank you
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You were given incorrect information. It is not a conflict of interest for her to agree to represent him. If she had represented you in a legal matter and now agreed to represent him against you - that would be a conflict of interest since she acquired personal information about you as a result of her prior representation of you and now would use that knowledge against you. As to her decision to represent him - it probably is not the smartest decision since she may not be objective in the advice given. She would be smarter to suggest that he retain a family law attorney, who is knowledgeable on family law issues and who can give him objective and fair legal counsel.
Answered on Dec 28th, 2020 at 10:17 AM
Family and Matrimonial Law Attorney serving Parsippany, NJ
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Thank you for your question. Whether there is an actual conflict of interest may depend upon other facts. It would be wise to consult with an attorney for a more complete overview of your matter.
Answered on Dec 28th, 2020 at 6:51 AM
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