Legal Question in Family Law in California
Do judges have to answer to anyone?
We are involved in a property settlement due to a divorce that was finalized 6 years ago. It seems apparent the judge in our case is hostile and does not have the remotest handle on the complexities of our case. The outcome of this case will have great ramifications on us financially so it is imperative that we get the chance to have our side heard, but he has already made decisions at the settlement hearing that are contrary to the marital termination agreement that we already signed years ago. How do we get him to listen?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Do judges have to answer to anyone?
You have the right to appeal if you bring the case to trial and require the judge to make decisions. If
you merely agree (thinking it is useless to try to change the judge's mind), you will have no right to appeal.
Every lawyer would like to know how to get a judge to listen and view the case the way the lawyer wants. There is no magic.
The best road is to understand the law the judge must apply, set forth your facts clearly, set forth the equities clearly, and show
how your suggested outcome is consistent with all of that.
Also, judges' assignments often change on the First of each year. Some lawyers faced with a hostile judge delay until a new judge is
assigned to Family Law.
Jed Somit
Jed Somit, Attorney at Law
1440 Broadway - Suite 910
Related Questions & Answers
Looking for something else?
10,200 active attorneys ready to answer your legal questions today.
Featured Attorneys
Earn additional revenue and grow your business.
