Legal Question in Family Law in Arizona
Appeal a decree
I am wondering if I have the authority to appeal a decree. I feel I was not fully represented by the lawyer I had and the decree is not sufficient for my age and life style. I am only ordered spousal support for 4 years, going from $1600 a month for the first year, $1200 and month for the second year and $800 a month for the next twoyears. I am 64+ years and cannot work. Also, half of what I requested in the filing was not even brought up at the dissolution trial. I had to call my lawyer for any information I needed. He never contacted me but maybe three times in the 1 year of this divorce. Hopefully you can help me with some information.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Appeal a decree
An appeal must be filed withing 60 days after the notice of entry of judgment is mailed. This time limit is jurisdictional, and the court cannot relieve from your default.
Based on your statement of facts, it would appear that the court abused its discretion in making the order for spousal support. However, there are numerous factors which you did not include in your statement that could make the order reasonable. You should discuss the facts of your case with an other attorney that has experience in family law matters.
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