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We file a complaint against unscrupulous attorney with the California State Bar.
We now want to file claim requesting attorney fee arbitration.
Also how long does arbitration take?
How much (estimate) would an attorney charge to represent in arbitration?
Where can... View More 
answered on Sep 7, 2016
Your first priority should be the malpractice claim. For that reason I suggest you search for a lawyer who handles legal malpractice. There are not very men of them, but I suspect the Beverly Hills Bar Association might have a list. If that does not get you one, try the L.A. county Bar... View More
i am licensed Contractor certified by CSLB,i received notice of automatic suspension,code section 7085.6.
i did work for the other party(plaintiff)and he did not want to adhere with the contract
i did not comply with the Arbitration award ,because of cslb mishandled my case ,and... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2017
You might be able to appeal the decision of the arbitrator, if you do so in a timely manner. Judges and arbitrators quite often make factual and legal errors, suffer from bias, or simply don't pay attention to facts. It may be worth it to you to appeal, or not - depending on what you're... View More
That i didnt meet my terms in 90 days however the plantiffs atty. Used his position to file that on may17.2016 without hsving met their obligations and the loan is still in my name and my atty. Quit 2days before the settlement agreement had expired
Is it legal for them to have used a 3month... View More
answered on Jun 19, 2016
Unfortunately, this forum is not suitable to answer your questions. Only after a thorough reading of the settlement agreement and an understanding of the litigation will someone be able to advise you. Please contact an attorney for a full consultation.
answered on Dec 6, 2016
You can search online or try ADR companies, the Bar Association, or asking lawyers for referrals. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal advice nor does it create any... View More
Trustee 3 years late in submitting accounting and it's over a year old. Trying to assess all trust expenses to one benef. - property taxes, income taxes, her attorney's excessive atty fees, accounting charges in excess of $4,000 for preparation of taxes, which weren't due but... View More
answered on Jun 8, 2016
This forum makes it difficult to fully answer your question. You'll have to find a local attorney to review your case and the facts to see what you can do next.
I am wanting to move from the residence but don't want to look like the absentee parent in the courts eyes. I have been urging the other parent to agree to a 50/50 custody arrangement but she refuses. And also refuses to see a professional mediator. What do I do?
answered on Dec 7, 2016
It's time to file for child custody rights in Court. In some counties, mediation is often court-ordered right off the bat. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal advice nor... View More
What if we go thru with mediation with the church & they continue with excessive noise? If mediation does NOT impose solutions.
answered on Jul 14, 2015
Mediation is generally not binding but it can help to resolve disputes.
Is it better to do the mediation after the discovery has been concluded?
answered on Sep 4, 2014
Mediation is a consensual process, the purpose of which is to assist the parties in arriving at a mutually acceptable settlement. I think it is best to do it as soon as possible, since one of its purposes is to help the parties avoid litigation expenses.
Tion. Does it involve dismissing current counselors and hiring a different person to arbitrate the case?
answered on Mar 3, 2011
No it is not too late to arbitrate if you have retained counsel and there is no need to change counsel. In arbitration, the parties and their attorneys pick a third party neutral to decide the dispute. This is usually done for several reasons, including to save the time and costs it might take to... View More
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