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Mario lope
Nov 30, 2012, 04:00 PM
I was charged with DV on the mother of my daughter. Now she's modifying my custody time with my daughter and asking for $5000 attorneys fees. Attorney helped her get the RO against me. How can I fight paying the fees? Please advice.
ScottGem
Nov 30, 2012, 07:05 PM
Consult an attorney. But the likelihood is, if you are guilty of DV that she will be awarded costs.
AK lawyer
Nov 30, 2012, 08:25 PM
Depends on whether the statute in your state allows the award of attorney fees with restraining orders. An award of attorney fees without a specific statute allowing them is the rare exception; most states don't.
Fr_Chuck
Dec 1, 2012, 02:49 AM
If your state allows it, there is nothing you can do, This is a normal issue and you will pay if that is your state law