Since I cannot afford an attorney and am unable to pay alimony and other obligations ordered by the court, what do I need to do?

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Since I cannot afford an attorney and am unable to pay alimony and other obligations ordered by the court, what do I need to do?

Asked on October 28, 2010 under Family Law, Alabama

Answers:

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

Answered 13 years ago | Contributor

I am concerned as to what stage in the litigation you are at this point.  Is it an order that has been in place for a while and that you can no longer comply with because there has been a change in circumstances such as losing your job?  Then you have to bring a proceeding to modify the order and relieve you of the obligations in some way.  The court will look at your present situation and reduce the amounts accordingly.  You will not be completely relieved of paying something if there is income coming in.  But do not do nothing  You can get in to serious trouble.  I would also go and seek help from legal aid or from your local bar association and see if they have a "pro bono" (free) program that you can be a part of. 


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