Legal Question in Family Law in Florida
Do I have to go to a deposition my ex husbands lawyer wants me to attend for questioning its not ordered by the judge and I do not have a lawyer at this time will I get in trouble if I choose not to go
2 Answers from Attorneys
He is entitled to take your deposition. Failure to attend can expose you to sanctions, including, but not limited to reimbursement of his attorney fees and costs.
In Florida, with family law cases, depending on the parties' comparative financial resources, the Courts have the discretion to hold one party responsible for all, or part, of the other's attorney fees and costs. In other words, if the other party has significantly stronger financial resources, while you will still have to pay the retainer, do not assume that you will not be able to afford to retain an attorney. Reimbursement can be sought.
If you opt to proceed without the assistance of counsel, be aware that you will not be entitled to a �do over� if things go badly.
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Elliot Goldstein
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Agree with Mr. Goldstein, but would add some attorneys will agree to handle portions of a case as opposed to the entire matter; rate is usually hourly. You would seek an attorney to attend your deposition with you, called a Limited Appearance.