Legal Question in Family Law in Florida
Continuance
I have not received all discovery material from opposing counsel (I am acting pro se, but not by choice). The trial is approaching, how long should I wait before filing for a continuance?
What it be better for my case if I wait for the trial then ask for a continuance if the materials have not been handed over
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Continuance
do not wait.
Re: Continuance
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File a Motion to Compel Discover immediatley. If you do not receive the demanded discovery then you can file for a Continuance or perhaps a Motion for Sanctions asking the Court to not allow the opposing party to use and of the requested items that have not been produced at trial.
Scott R. Jay, Esq., 305-249-8000