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if you have a joint checking account can it be used to pay lawyers fee
can he change his direct deposit to keep me from retaining a lawyer
Asked on June 24, 2009 under Family Law, Alabama
Answers:
J.V., Member, New Jersey Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
Money in a joint checking account can be used by either party and if it is used to retain a lawyer that is completely legal. As far as changing his direct deposit a person has a right to put their money anywhere they choose and if your husband decides to have his check put elsewhere he can.
However, if you cannot afford an attorney and if your lifestyle is being affected by this change you are entitled to make a motion to the court to order him to continue putting his money in an account for the family to maintain their standard of living. As for the lawyer if you have no money to pay for an attorney you can make a motion with the court to order your husband to pay for one. I am not admitted in AL so I cannot speak of the specifics but if you call the court a clerk will usually help you determine what has to be filed and how to do so. Once you file a court date will be set and you can go present your case and hopefully be awarded fees to pay an attorney. good luck
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