How long is an interim divorce judgement enforced if the divorce is not finalized for several years?

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How long is an interim divorce judgement enforced if the divorce is not finalized for several years?

I filed for divorce 3 years ago and an interim judgement was signed in reference to child support, alimony, custody and community property; expenses to remain in effect until the divorce was finalized. Due to the inability to pay remaining fee’s to my attorney, my divorce was not finalized. Judgement was rendered 2 1/2 years ago and I am still paying this ridiculous amount of alimony, child support &andother expenses. Is there a point which this judgement expires or is no longer enforceable? I am unable to retain a new atty because of what I am required to pay out.

Asked on June 2, 2011 under Family Law, Louisiana

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

There is a bit of information left out here.  Did you and your spouse enter in to an agreement regarding the property, etc.,  that was put in writing?  Have your circumstances changed since the initial order?  When you say "finalized" do you mean that the paperwork was close to being filed? Generally speaking, the order does not expire and remains in effect until such time as a new order is put in its place.  At the very least you need to bring a motion for modification of the prior order but a change in circumstances is the basis.  I know that you are stuck between a rock and a hard place and I commend you for following the order but you need to find a way to seek legal help.  Good luck.


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