Divorce

[tkchanf1]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Alabama

My wife has filed for divorce on the grounds of adultury. Her lawyer has managed to get me terminated from my employment (I am a 1099 independent contractor and my contract would have been renewed if it wasn't for this). I do have a girlfriend and have admitted all my wrong doings. I cannot afford an attorney. My question is this: her lawyer has subpoena'd my girlfriend and her husband (ex to be) in Virginia (I reside in Alabama), does she have to appear in court and honor the subpoena in Alabama? what ramifications does she face if she doesn't show up? This is going to cost her and her husband to appear.

 

[Proserpina]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Alabama

My wife has filed for divorce on the grounds of adultury. Her lawyer has managed to get me terminated from my employment (I am a 1099 independent contractor and my contract would have been renewed if it wasn't for this). I do have a girlfriend and have admitted all my wrong doings. I cannot afford an attorney. My question is this: her lawyer has subpoena'd my girlfriend and her husband (ex to be) in Virginia (I reside in Alabama), does she have to appear in court and honor the subpoena in Alabama? what ramifications does she face if she doesn't show up? This is going to cost her and her husband to appear.

Oh good lord let me make sure I have this right...

You are married - you're in Alabama
Wife is in Alabama
Your girlfriend is married
She and her husband live in Virginia
Girlfriend has been subpoena'd to appear in Alabama.

Correct?

If she doesn't appear she can face contempt charges - it's an order, not an invitation to dinner. But quite honestly, that's the least of your worries - it appears that your wife can easily prove adultery which can have serious financial (if nothing else) ramifications for you.

 

[tkchanf1]

yes that's correct.