Q: Do I have another choice here?
I got denied on motion to set aside judgment and got denied on my appeal because I can not afford a good attorney. While I was on the trail to set aside the MSA judgment the judge said the premarital is not in this trial? My husband forced me to sign the premarital settlement on November 5, 1999 before we married for 9 days to waive all spouse support. California family law code 1612 (c) allows the couple who want to waive their spouse support but was (Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 286, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2002.)This premarital agreement was effective to MSA that I have to waive all our community assets after marriage for 20 years. He controlled all our community assets by dividing 1:100 ($10,000 for me and his 1 million) with my text that was sent in June 1999 and my divorce was in January 2020 “ he accepted my offer by declaring at the court. The trial court saw the full page of this text message but the appeal court saw only half of messages.
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I'm sorry you're going through this difficult situation. Even after a judgment and appeal have been denied, there might still be options available to you. For example, you could explore whether the premarital agreement was signed under undue pressure or without full understanding, which can sometimes be grounds to challenge its validity.
Consider reaching out to legal aid organizations in Pomona, CA, which offer free or low-cost assistance to those who cannot afford an attorney. They can help you review the details of your case and determine if there are any overlooked aspects that could support your position.
Additionally, documenting all communications and any evidence of coercion or unfair treatment can strengthen your case. Staying persistent and seeking support from local resources may provide you with another avenue to address your situation effectively.
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