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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Georgia 9 days ago
It is encouraged, but not required for the the retention agreement to be in writing. More specifically, under Bar Rule 1.5(b): "When the lawyer has not regularly represented the client, the basis or rate of the fee shall be communicated to the ...
2 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Georgia 6 days ago
I don't know what you consider to be a "small estate" and whether it is equivalent to what the state thinks it is. Nevertheless, if you are the executor, the smartest thing to do is go to the Georgia Court Probate website. It has all the ...
1 Answer | Asked in Divorce Law for New York on Apr 12, 2013
You can make a request in your petition or answer for your spouse to pay for your lawyer. The court will determine if you are entitled to lawyers fees and how much you should be paid.
1 Answer | Asked in Divorce Law for Maryland on Apr 11, 2013
The spouse can file for divorce in any county or state (wrong or right). In response to filing in a wrong venue, the other spouse should file for a motion to dismiss for improper venue. In this case, you should do this.
1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Maryland on Apr 15, 2013
Did you get a warranty on the car? Did you get it checked out by a mechanic of your choosing before you purchased it? If so, this would have been caught. Unless, you claim fraud or have a warranty, you buy as is.
Do I have any legal rights if my husband is holding out money from his paycheck and not paying bills
1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Georgia on Apr 9, 2013
Unless you file for divorce or separate maintenance (in other states called legal separation), there is nothing you can do legally.
1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Georgia on Apr 16, 2013
Once she gets a divorce, she is no longer your daughter in law. Therefore, as long as there aren't other legal barriers, you can marry her.
1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for New York on Mar 11, 2013
If you live in NYC, you can do so online by going to the following NY City Court website: http://www.nycourts.gov/courts/nyc/c ivil/int_minornamechange.shtml Otherwise, you can go to the NY State Court website: http://www.nycourts.gov/forms/namech ange.shtml
1 Answer | Asked in Divorce Law for New York on Mar 13, 2013
You should consider scheduling an initial consultation with an experienced family law attorney in your county. An initial consultation does not obligate you to hire the attorney. However, you will get valuable information on how to move forward with an ...
1 Answer | Asked in Divorce Law for New York on Mar 14, 2013
It all depends. Different attorneys charge different rates. Rates often depends on the years of experience, law firm size, reputation, etc. You should call around to local attorneys to obtain a range. Of course, cost should not be your only criteria ...
1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Georgia on Mar 16, 2013
You can appeal final orders. However, the issue is will you be successful. It is very difficult to win an appeal on family law matters when judicial discretion is involved. Moreover, you have a very limited time to actually file the appeal. ASAP, ...
1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law for Georgia on Mar 17, 2013
At the minimum, you should consult with an experienced local wage and hour (employment) lawyer who offers free initial consultations. The attorney will be able in the initial consultation if you have a case that warrants hiring counsel.
1 Answer | Asked in Divorce Law for Georgia on Mar 18, 2013
Not necessarily. You have to make an attempt to locate him first. If you cannot locate him, you have to obtain leave of court to serve him by publication. You should consider hiring counsel to guide you through this process. It's not as easy as ...
1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for New York on Mar 7, 2013
The court can order a paternity test. The court will determine if you have money for child support. After all, if you don't pay and the mother doesn't have money, your burden aka your child will be placed on the taxpayers.
1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for New York on Mar 7, 2013
Everyone, including a murder defendant, can represent himself in a case. In your case, it may not be economically efficient to hire a lawyer. A lawyer, even to write a demand letter, may charge at least $500. This letter may not work to obtain a refund. ...
1 Answer | Asked in Divorce Law for Maryland on Mar 5, 2013
You have two options: (1) if you want to handle this pro se, simply hire a private investigator and subpoena documents and individuals and obtain the evidence that way; or (2) hire an attorney to handle the entire matter.
1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law for Maryland on Mar 7, 2013
Based on the information you provided, you are not a union member, or a contract employee. Moreover, it does not appear have been discriminated against because of race, sex, religion, etc. As a result, you are an employee at will who can be released even ...
1 Answer | Asked in Divorce Law for Georgia on Mar 3, 2013
It's better to check with your county bar for pro bono services. Take the paperwork with you once you find an attorney.
1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights Law for Georgia on Mar 5, 2013
You need a civil rights lawyer who specializes in prisoner's rights. You should look on this site on Lawyer Directory and Google "civil rights" "prisoners' rights" and Georgia and attorney.
1 Answer | Asked in Divorce Law for Georgia on Mar 5, 2013
You can contact the authorities in your county regarding his bigamy. You are not legally married. Therefore, you get a annulment, not a divorce. You may want to consult with an attorney regarding this matter. I'm quite sure the two of you have ...