Where can I find an attorney who will accept the case for divorce on a contingency basis. Or, getting paid by spouse and/or paid half by spouse and/or receiving payment once a settlement is made. -- Justine
Where can I find an attorney who will accept the case for divorce on a contingency basis. Or, getting paid by spouse and/or paid half by spouse and/or receiving payment once a settlement is made. -- Justine
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Justine: Lawyers are not permitted by law to take divorce cases on contingency. Most require advance retainers of several thousand dollars. Once the divorce is filed, you can ask the court for an order requiring your spouse to pay your legal fees.
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