Q: I need a lawyer who will do pro bono do you have one to recommend?
my husband of 25 yrs has filed for divorce l have not worked since we were married other than in our church non paid. l understand that l have file for division of assets and spousal support. l was informed l should have lawyer but he is the sole provider and l no way of paying for lawyer..he on the other hand has income coming in.
A: Go consult with a family law attorney. If you are the dependent spouse, it is possible to petition the court to have him pay your attorney fees. If he gets popped with that, it will tend to wipe the smug right off his face and make him more agreeable to sitting down and working out something fair and reasonable. Best of luck.
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