How Can You Appeal a Child Custody Decision?

  Jan Meriss Alfonso Assistant at Ascent Law LLC The question arises, "Can my spouse make me pay her divorce attorney fees?" If your spouse is rich, you might wonder how you can be expected to pay for their divorce lawyer fees. Your spouse may try to argue that she is "cash-poor" and can't afford the attorney fees. Will a judge order my spouse to pay my divorce attorney's fees? When your divorce goes to court, the judge may order your spouse to pay your divorce attorney's fees. While this isn't always the case, it is possible. Often, the judge will require the spouse who is the primary breadwinner to pay your attorney's fees. When filing for divorce, you should carefully consider the costs of hiring an attorney. You should also consider whether your spouse is capable of paying your attorney's fees. You'll need to state your income and expenses in detail. A judge may deny your request if your spouse has enough income or has access to commu...