If my husband’s attorney wants to settle a week before trial and I have no attorney, what should I do?

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If my husband’s attorney wants to settle a week before trial and I have no attorney, what should I do?

My husband filed for divorce, I’m a Canadian citizen living in TX and he filed before the immigration interview. I cannot find or afford a lawyer and he has a good attorney. His attorney

wants to settle and the trial is next week. What should I do? I have spent so much time trying to find a lawyer and now I have to scramble to get as much documentation for the trial, in case the judge decides she doesn’t want to push back the court date and give me more time.

Asked on September 14, 2017 under Family Law, Texas

Answers:

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

Answered 6 years ago | Contributor

Ok, so find an attorney who will consult with you on an hourly basis. Lawyers do not want to take on cases that are so far along without huge retainers.  It takes a lot to get up to speed and so I can see why you are having trouble finding one.  But lawyers who consult only with you - advise you on the law, review documents sent by other attorneys - do not have to put in a formal appearance in a case.  They simply tell you if the "contract" is a good one and what you under the law are entitled to.  Try doing that asap.  Good luck.


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