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[quote=Anonymous]Enabling someone to drink is exactly what it says. Doing things that enable that person to drink. Making excuses for their drinking. Accepting blame for their drinking. Paying the attorney (and I agree that you should pay the attorney directly) can be enabling if the alcoholic/addict has not accepted the consequences of his actions but it sounds like your brother wants to get straight and has a plan. He is moving forward. You are not part of the problem here, making excuses. Everyone is entitled to an attorney, and it would be foolish for your brother not to have one. I would do it. You can also tell your brother you expect to be paid back. Not helping him with legal fees is an additional stressor that would work against his sobriety. [/quote]
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