Can my ex make me pay attorney fees?

Can my ex make me pay attorney fees?

Can I make him pay my legal costs? In Family Law matters the general principle is that each party is required to pay their own legal costs regardless of whether they win or lose. Courts do however have the power to make an order for one party to pay the other party’s legal costs.

Do I have to pay my ex wife’s legal fees?

It is accepted in family law cases that usually the parties involved in legal proceedings are responsible for paying their own legal costs. The Court may order one party to pay the legal costs of another. These are known as party-party costs and they are made only in exceptional circumstances.

Why do lawyers take cases pro bono?

Benefits of Pro Bono Programs in Law School Pro bono programs help students develop professionalism and an understanding of a lawyer’s responsibility to the community. Participation facilitates student involvement in the community and increases the availability of legal services to needy populations.

Are pro bono lawyers paid?

Usually, pro bono attorneys do not get paid. But there is the possibility that a pro bono attorney may receive some amount of compensation — or at least not lose money for taking the case. Lawyers who take pro bono cases may also receive waivers of court costs and other filing fees.