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22 Jan 21 #515465 by Gunsnroses
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Hi just wanted to know if anyone can help me.just had first video call with judge and my wife's barrister and her solicitor Ive done all my own form E and questionnaires and statement of issues.just waiting on getting each other's answers back.my wifes obviously is spending a lot off money on fees for barristers and stuff .I'm representing myself by video call and courts .because I've been out of work for nearly a year now .can my wifes solicitor at the end ask me to pay for her fees which could total 20k .thanks for any help ?

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25 Jan 21 #515484 by wikivorce team
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So long as you have been complying with the court process (producing disclosure and attending hearings) then in general you would not be liable for her costs.

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