Paying the Attorney Options?

[blessedman1333]

Judge's decision requires me to pay Petitioner's attorney $2500, even though her income is twice mine and I am living on a retirement income, barely able to cover my basic bill. What options do I have setting up payments that I can afford?

 

[jharris352]

I would ask for reconsideration. Did you give that information to the judge? If you did and he/she still wants you to pay, then you let the judge know you are unable to pay it in a lump sum and ask for direction as to how long he/she will allow you to pay on the bill.

 

[Duranie]

Why did the judge order you to pay her fees? Did you file the motion or were you in contempt?

 

[blessedman1333]

This decision was made by the judge after the divorce trial. Her attorney has 15 days to draw up the decree. I am not in contempt nor did I (Pro Se) file a motion.

 

[blessedman1333]

This is the decision made by the judge after trial. Do I file an appeal or file a motion for reconsideration??