Q: Refusing to sign a proposed order modifying temporary order
We recently met with the referee of the court. She requested we try to sort it out ourselves with our lawyers before starting the meeting. I hastily agreed verbally to a parenting schedule I am not happy with. In front of the referee I was asked to say I had agreed.
The next day I had buyers remorse realizing I gave up too much (I received 5 of 14). I just received from my lawyer a proposed Order Modifying Temporary Order to sign. There are a few things in there I didnt agree to but ultimately I don't want what I did verbally agree to.
What happens if I do not sign this document my lawyer was asked to draft
A: More likely than not the other lawyer will file a motion to enter an order consistent with what was placed on the record before the referee. Courts often do not allow for "buyer's remorse." Have a heart to heart talk with your attorney.
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