I need a free divorce Atty would help me. I can not do the "do yourself process" I need an attorney to help me all the way. PLEASE. My husband left me for a year, it's time for me to take actions. QUESTION: Can I also get a "spousal support" not having a Legal divorce or separation?
answered on Apr 15, 2024
Unfortunately, you are not alone. There ten of thousands of Californians who would benefit from free legal representation. Contrary to what you see on television, the vast majority of attorneys are not rich and cannot work for free. You may have options.
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Let's say someone tries to rob you, and they point a gun at you, and in self defense you shoot them, but the gun you used was a ghost glock? Would you be able to get a self defense plea, or would you get charged for both, or would you only recieve a charge for carrying an illegal firearm?
answered on Apr 16, 2024
Self defense may address the shooting, but the punishment for the illegal possession related charges would likely be harsh. The blantant disregard for the law would justify an upward departure to ensure the individual doesn't possess firearms in the future.
My 5 month olds mother had been charged with 3 felonies and a misdemeanor for domestic violence on myself and son. I wanted to get an emergency hearing to get a kick out order for her to move out of my house and to get full custody of my son in the meantime. Her court date is tomorrow and I don’t... View More
answered on Apr 15, 2024
The best interest of the child is all that matters. Your concern is valid, but it's impossible to advise you. I apologize if this seems rude, but I mean to help. I seriously doubt you (representing yourself) can successfully convince the prosecutor to dismiss (or reduce) the felonies to meet... View More
She's had it in for my wife ever since she found out I was ex convict I've never done nothing to her I've never made any threats or call her out her name yet she constantly trained to cause issues from us by calling the cops making false police reports and now they're talking... View More
answered on Apr 13, 2024
It is certainly an unfortunate situation.
She would need more evidence than that you are an ex-convict to convince a judge to sign an order. It appears she is trying to do just that. Quite simply, you will need to remain calm and property defend your position if she does file a petition.... View More
I don't want to get stuck with paying child support. I want to take care of my kids.
answered on Apr 10, 2024
The are numerous factors that will determine what is in the children’s best interest and the child support obligations. Coming to an agreement with the other parent will more likely produce the situation you describe, but I don't know your specific circumstances. Obviously, an attorney would... View More
It was a verbal agreement, although there are texts to prove it. I had the payments on auto-pay through zelle. It's a fairly small amount monthly.
He told me he sold what I had in there(which was absolutely priceless to me and worth over 50 grand to someone who wouldn't have... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2024
As Mr. Cortright stated, "any civil litigation attorney should be able to handle a lawsuit asserting a cause of action for conversion of your personal property and breach of oral contract." If you are looking for an attorney on a contingency basis that may be a problem. Fifty thousand... View More
I was recently forced to resign from my position after I was on a leave that was approved by my director and human resources. I had a newborn baby in May 2023 and my wife develop to severe postpartum depression in that caused me Develop severe depression, panic attacks and horrible anxiety that... View More
answered on Apr 8, 2024
This is matter you will need to discuss directly with an attorney to determine whether you have any viable claims. Your inability to perform your job is a concern. Your disability needs to be diagnosed. Your conclusions will need to be supported. The expense required to represent you will be... View More
Currently, my commercial rent contract expires soon(Apr 30,2024)and I will re-new the contract. But landlord told me the rent will be increased 35%. Is this possible legally in CA?
answered on Apr 6, 2024
Commercial leases are less regulated than residential for a few reasons. The parties are considered to be more evenly situated and shelter is a basic human need. Commercial leases are usually for a longer term (e.g. 5 years) so a substantial increase is not unheard of. Obviously, without knowing... View More
We separated in late 2022 he said he hire a lawyer and I did sign papers but it's been almost 2 years and nothing now he said nothing went through so he hire a new lawyer in Texas. But now I want to claim spouse alimony since I didn't ask for anything the first time we supposedly started... View More
answered on Apr 5, 2024
You can request spousal support. I don't know whether it would be granted or not, but I am sure he and his attorney will say "no."
Unfortunately, since you are not quite sure where things are, there is no possible way for an attorney to figure where things without a whole... View More
I loaned my dad and step mom around $170k so they could get a home when I was 17. They ended up getting divorced and selling the house. This was 15 years ago but I was wondering if there is any legal action I can take
answered on Apr 3, 2024
The most glaring fact in your post is you were only 17 when you made the loan. There are few scenarios in which you could have made a loan, but there are an infinite number of possibilities of other occurrences. You need to contact attorneys with a clear and concise description of what exactly... View More
answered on Mar 31, 2024
Congratulations on your new business! Welcome. All business owners need to establish an approach for collecting past due accounts and such. Ultimately, you will need to prove that you are entitled to the amount due to a judge.
It's important to document all aspects of the... View More
Filed a motion to Amend the findings saying since the 3 rd party custody case was originally against me if the judge dismissed it instead of denied it she has to give my child back to me and not the Dad who is not the Petitioners. Not a divorce case just my daughters Godparents wanting her case has... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2024
In family court can a Referre dismiss a case after trial with Prejudice and simultaneously order relief? Yes, depending on the circumstances. I apologize, but how you should respond can't be determined on a few phrases. An appeal may be appropriate if the referee made a mistake of law, such as... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2024
Yes, you can file for divorce without your husband. You need to be properly prepared to proceed. You will need to prove you did everything you possibly could to find him. If the judge isn't convinced you did enough, you will need to start all over. Please have someone help you, preferably an... View More
He told me that to get early termination of probation (in northern California), you don't need to show hardship. I asked him to explain that, and he said they would put together the most compelling case they could.
answered on Mar 26, 2024
Ultimately, the judge needs a reason to terminate probation early.
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I handed her a final invoice that was very detailed and itemized but she said she was all paid after adding additional wants to the list what can I do to get my $3500 she owes
answered on Mar 24, 2024
Congratulations on your new business! Welcome. All business owners need to establish an approach for collecting past due accounts and such. Ultimately, you will need to prove that you are entitled to the amount due to a judge.
It's important to document all aspects of the... View More
I'm a person with a disability all of my other relatives have lawyers for the probate case I do not and I did request reasonable accommodations I requested an exception I requested a lawyer but I cannot get one because everyone is using the elderly estate low-income lawyer service what are my rights
answered on Mar 22, 2024
I am not quite sure what you mean. The disabled don't have right to have an attorney appointed to represent them as an indigent criminal defendant does. Are asking about access to the courtroom or the ability to participate remotely?... View More
Tenant sued me for not returning her deposit in the required 21 days. I admitted that I returned it late, however at the time of trial I didn't realize that the 21 window starts when the tenant vacated/term ended, AND tenant provides forwarding address. I looked back and she didn't... View More
answered on Mar 4, 2024
A Conciliation Court order or judgment can be appealed at the District (Trial) Court.
The facts are reviewed “de novo,” which means the case gets a fresh start before the District Court judge. There may be a civil trial and either party can request a jury.
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Now and each time he goes to court they’re trying to pile another thing on him. For one case they pulled us over for no reason at all. I have the police recording of them making something up while the report on paper states a whole other thing. Another time just recently they pulled us over &... View More
answered on Feb 22, 2024
There are lawyers that can work with payments, but it may be difficult to find one. Unfortunately for your boyfriend, criminal defendants have a horrible reputation for not honoring the payment agreement. Once the matter is concluded, the defendant usually stops making payments. Then the attorney... View More
Didnt hit me i was just furious because he ended our relationship. I just wanted to get back at him for ending our relationship.
answered on Feb 20, 2024
In every courthouse in every county in every state across this nation abuse victims want to recant their stories claiming they lied or were otherwise mistaken to save their abuser. The police, judges and prosecutors hear this every day. It's unlikely the officials will believe the... View More
I'm wondering what happens when the person of a crime that is convicted dies in Minnesota if the victim is still paid restitution?
answered on Feb 20, 2024
The victim will undoubtedly need to take steps if restitution is to be satisfied. Two big questions would be 1) how much is owed; 2) did the deceased have any money? I would call victim services and the prosecutor office to start.
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