If my divorce is to be final in a week, can Istart over with another lawyer?
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If my divorce is to be final in a week, can Istart over with another lawyer?
Is it possible. I feel like I got screwed.
Asked on June 14, 2011 under Family Law, South Carolina
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Oh my goodness. What do you mean final in a week? did you sign a divorce agreement and it is just the paperwork that needs to be finalized or stamped by the Judge? I would absolutely consult with an attorney and bring your agreement with you but it may be very difficult to set the agreement aside. You would really have to prove ineffectual counsel on the matter or some other reason that is used in contract law to set aside agreements like undue influence, coercion, etc. If your attorney did not explain the law to you then have someone else explain it. But really you need to hurry as soon as you can. Good luck.
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