Can i ask the family court for an adjournment if i am the petitioner, even if it was already adjourned the first hearing?
It shouldn't be a problem. Judges generally prefer that you have counsel.
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James Fridie ·
It shouldn't be a problem. You could wait until the court hearing or you could call the Judge's chambers and request an adjournment in advance. Typically if you ask for an adjournment in advance, the Judge will ask you to get consent from your adversary. It can be risky to wait until the hearing because the Defendant's attorney could object to your adjournment request and you could be forced to proceed pro-se.
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Peggy Raddatz ·
Probably. You have the right to be represented.
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Toral Parekh ·
It shouldn't be a problem. Judges generally prefer that you have counsel.
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Kenneth White ·
You can always seek a 2nd adjournment. You should emphasize that the reason for the request is that you want to secure counsel to represent you.
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Yolanda NavarreteFamily Law AttorneyMorristown, NJNJ licensed ·
You can request an adjournment. The court's are reluctant to give it twice. However, even if you are not, once you appear in from of the judge, tell him you realize you need an attorney and you will get the adjournment then.
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