Legal Recourse For Settlement

Summary

If your lawyer suggests settling for less than expected, consider consulting another attorney for a second opinion. Review your fee agreement to understand your financial responsibilities, especially regarding travel expenses for a trial. In custody disputes, enforcing court orders or seeking legal advice is crucial. For Canadian custody issues, consulting a local family law attorney is recommended.

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I have moved out of town since contacting them if I have to fly back for a trial does the lawyer have to pay for it the flight and my expenses
Whether your lawyer has to pay for your travel expenses typically depends on your fee agreement with them. It's uncommon for lawyers to cover clients' travel costs unless explicitly stated. You might want to:
- Review your fee agreement for any clauses about expenses.
- Discuss the matter directly with your lawyer for clarification.
Would you like to explore connecting with local lawyers who can provide further assistance?
I have another question about a friend of mine he is trying to get to see his son there in a they are divorced but now she's making b******* reasons why he can't see his son and trying to muscle him for more money what is his best recourse
For your friend's situation in California, he can consider these options:
- Court Order Enforcement: If there's a custody agreement, he may need to enforce it through the court.
- Modification Petition: If circumstances have changed, he can request a modification of the custody order.
- Mediation: Attempting mediation might help resolve issues without going to court.
Has your friend tried discussing these options with a family law attorney?
My friend is in Canada not California and mediation is out of the picture
I'm here to provide general legal information, but it's important to note that laws vary between Canada and California. For your friend's custody issue in Canada, he might consider:
- Court Order Enforcement: Enforcing existing custody orders through the court.
- Legal Advice: Consulting a Canadian family law attorney for specific guidance.
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If your friend needs tailored assistance, seeking local legal counsel in Canada would be beneficial. Since your friend is in Canada, it would be best for him to contact a Canadian lawyer for more detailed advice.