Pro Se Question

[Zephyr]

What is the name of your state? WI

I recieved a copy of a letter today, the letter was from the GAL to my ex's attorney, in this letter the GAL references correspondence from ex's attorney to GAL. Should I, as a pro se litigant, been sent a copy of the letter from ex's attorney to GAL?

 

[Ohiogal]

No. Unless it was filed with the court you do not necessarily have to receive any and all correspondence. The GAL sent you a copy as a courtesy as she/he is a court appointed member.

 

[Zephyr]

okies, thank you, was just wondering....I think my ex is doing a good job hanging himself...

 

[escape2paradise]

OG would know better than I. My attorney sent a letter to the GAL two weeks ago, he also sent a copy to X's attorney. Maybe just out of courtesy. Why he's being "courteous" to the enemy is beyond me. Especially when X's attorney has not been all that courteous thus far.

 

[Ohiogal]

OG would know better than I. My attorney sent a letter to the GAL two weeks ago, he also sent a copy to X's attorney. Maybe just out of courtesy. Why he's being "courteous" to the enemy is beyond me. Especially when X's attorney has not been all that courteous thus far.

Because quite frankly attorneys should be courteous to their colleagues. You never know as an attorney when you are going to need opposing counsel to do you a favor -- such as agree to a continuance or such. And why should counsel be enemies? We have to work together a lot more than just your case. Doesn't mean we don't represent our clients but if we are cordial to the other side, your case may go a lot smoother and cost you a LOT less money.

 

[escape2paradise]

Because quite frankly attorneys should be courteous to their colleagues. You never know as an attorney when you are going to need opposing counsel to do you a favor -- such as agree to a continuance or such. And why should counsel be enemies? We have to work together a lot more than just your case. Doesn't mean we don't represent our clients but if we are cordial to the other side, your case may go a lot smoother and cost you a LOT less money.

I understand what you are saying, if it goes both ways. Thus far it has not. My attorney told me, on day one, that X's attorney is not cooperative and is known for not always playing fair. He also said "that we were going to give him the benefit of the doubt" and see how it plays out.

 

[CJane]

I understand what you are saying, if it goes both ways. Thus far it has not. My attorney told me, on day one, that X's attorney is not cooperative and is known for not always playing fair. He also said "that we were going to give him the benefit of the doubt" and see how it plays out.

Also remember that your attorney's behavior reflects on YOU in court. If your attorney is seen as being cooperative and accommodating, you will be too. Likewise, if your attorney is seen as being argumentative, uncooperative or evasive.