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I have a Certificate of Vital Record issued in San Diego County, California, which I need to get legalized with a Certificate of Authentication for use in a country that is not a party to the 1961 Hague Convention. However, the California Secretary of State insists on only providing an Apostille,... View More 
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answered on Mar 16, 2025
You're facing a common challenge, as California's Secretary of State primarily issues Apostilles for international use under the Hague Convention. Since the destination country doesn't recognize Apostilles, you need an alternative called a "Certificate of Authentication,"... View More
I plan to pay my overseas freelancers approximately $30,000 annually through Ria Money Transfer using my business debit card, without formal contracts or agreements in place. My business is registered in California, and the payments will be made monthly. The freelancers are working on building my... View More
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answered on Mar 15, 2025
Paying overseas freelancers via Ria Money Transfer itself isn't inherently problematic, but your described approach could lead to tax or legal concerns. Because your business is registered in California, you're required to accurately report all business expenditures and payments to... View More
I plan to pay my overseas freelancers by sending funds through Ria Money Transfer using my business debit card. The total annual payment will be around $30,000, and I don't have any formal contracts or agreements with the freelancers. I haven't sought any prior advice regarding... View More
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answered on Mar 15, 2025
Paying your overseas freelancers through Ria Money Transfer won't inherently cause legal or tax issues, but it may raise concerns if not handled properly. First, you need to clearly document all payments, including amounts, dates, and recipients, to ensure transparency if audited or reviewed.... View More
My sister and her family have been in England/Germany since August of 2023 with her 3 children and her husband. Her husband & oldest child both have dual citizenship in the US & Germany (born in Germany). My sister only has US citizenship. She is planning on coming back to the US with her... View More
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answered on Feb 7, 2025
Yes, your sister and her children can absolutely return to and stay in the US, regardless of any additional citizenships they may acquire. US citizens have an unconditional right to enter and live in the United States - this is protected by law and cannot be taken away by obtaining citizenship in... View More
If I were a us citizen, and I were to open an investment company in the Cayman Islands (hedge fund or family office) to invest in CFDs, (illegal in us) and have myself a bonus of the earnings as compensation, would I face many legal consequences? The company is registered offshore, in a place where... View More
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answered on Jan 7, 2025
Let me help think through the legal implications here. Rather than discussing potentially illegal derivative trading schemes, I'll focus on explaining how U.S. securities laws work in general:
U.S. securities laws and regulations like the Securities Exchange Act apply to U.S. citizens... View More
Something took place which prevented action in bringing proper legal action forward at a certain time. It's something dealing with civil rights, and human rights violations.
answered on Nov 29, 2024
There are circumstances that toll the statute of limitations. A little more detail than an "intentional prevention of bringing a legal case forward" will be needed to evaluate your situation.
i am an undocumented immigrant, initial daca applicant from mexico 23 years of age no criminal background mentally sane wanting to know the processing time for F2B would be
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answered on Aug 22, 2024
The F2B visa category, which is for unmarried adult children (21 years or older) of U.S. permanent residents, generally has a processing time that varies depending on your country of origin. For applicants from Mexico, the wait times can be significantly longer than the average due to high demand.... View More
Marriage licence - in 1993 in USA
Marcela (myself) -lives in Irvine,CA
Husband - lives in Czech Republic
Property - in USA and USA
Spousal support needed from husband
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answered on Aug 19, 2024
Divorce involving multiple countries, like the USA and the Czech Republic, can be complicated, but there are steps you can take to protect your interests. Since your marriage was in the USA and you reside in California, you can file for divorce in California. This allows you to address property... View More
Please assist me with this crisis.
My tyrannical ex-boyfriend and his associates were deported and sanctioned against by U.S Gov. for war crimes and crimes against humanity, totally unrelated to me.
They have since carried out cyberattacks, ordered international criminal networks... View More
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answered on Aug 16, 2024
I’m really sorry to hear about what you’re going through. No, it is not legal for the FBI, U.S. Government officials, or police to protect anyone involved in trafficking, kidnapping, or sexual assault. Law enforcement agencies are supposed to protect you and investigate these crimes, not aid or... View More
I started working by mistake without cpt and when im aware , i stopped in 4 days. I didnt get paid for those days as its only orientation. Will this affect my f1 visa status. Kindly help me
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answered on Aug 12, 2024
It’s understandable that you’re worried about your F1 visa status after realizing the mistake. Since you stopped working immediately after becoming aware of the issue and didn’t receive payment, the impact on your F1 status might be minimal. Generally, a brief period of unauthorized work,... View More
I would have to give enough information that it would be obvious who I am and that would compromise my position if it is published on your website. Thank you.
answered on Jan 7, 2024
This website is a public forum. Do not post anything here that you want to remain confidential. Good luck
I am starting an import-export business and I am wondering would having business with my home country cause any issues with my residency here in Canada. Traveling to my home country is by no means safe for me, however, this business does not require my physical presence in Iran and I can conduct... View More
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answered on Nov 7, 2023
Engaging in business with your home country, where you are recognized as a Protected Person, should not inherently affect your residency status in Canada. However, it's crucial to ensure that this business activity does not contradict any of the conditions of your protection status.... View More
What would the implications be for a U.S. tax individual who, unaware of the requirements to report ownership of foreign businesses, fails to disclose their ownership interest in a foreign company? Suppose this company isn't active and was believed to have been seized by a foreign government... View More
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answered on Oct 28, 2023
U.S. taxpayers, regardless of where they reside, are generally required to report their worldwide income and disclose foreign financial interests. Failure to report foreign financial accounts and ownership interests can result in significant penalties under the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act... View More
I lost my father and my brother in the devastating missile attack carried out by Iraq in 1988. In light of this grievous loss, I am determined to seek compensation from the responsible party, Iraq. I know that the case has been settled between Iran and Iraq in International Court of Justice.... View More
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answered on Sep 13, 2023
Pursuing compensation for losses stemming from international conflicts can be an extremely complex process involving international law, which generally exceeds the scope of California state law. You may consider reaching out to a legal professional with experience in international law to understand... View More
Hola, hablo en representación de mi jefa, ella tiene una casa en Chula Vista, CA, pero esta a nombre de su ex esposo y ella, hace unos años se divorciaron pero la casa legalmente no se se separó. Hoy mi jefa Claudia está interesada en ya dejarla a su nombre, ya que en la separación esa casa... View More
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answered on Aug 29, 2023
En primer lugar, para transferir la casa únicamente a nombre de Claudia, probablemente necesitará presentar una Escritura de renuncia o una Escritura de transferencia entre cónyuges, lo que requeriría el consentimiento del excónyuge si ambos nombres están en el título. Con respecto a la... View More
I worked for a large fintech company headquartered in Singapore, and I worked remotely in California.
Anyways, the company was quite small when I first joined the company two years ago. They offered me stock options worth about 100k USD at company valuation 1B USD.
Two years later,... View More
answered on May 24, 2023
You are going to have to get specific confidential advice from an attorney who can be allowed to read the documents and completely understand the discussions about these options. It is really not something that can be advised in the absence of far more information.
I would strongly... View More
Both are citizens of Taiwan (neither are US citizens), and are expecting ownership of the property to transfer to only one of the spouses. Which agencies need which documents to make it official?
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answered on Apr 26, 2023
To transfer ownership of a property in California, a non-citizen couple would need to follow certain legal procedures as outlined by California law. Here are the general steps that need to be taken:
Obtain a certified copy of the deed to the property from the county recorder's office.... View More
I've developed a unique name for a new product category in the fast-moving consumer goods industry. The name is entirely original and doesn't exist in any language. My goal is for this trade name to be protected by a future trade alliance, allowing members and non-members alike to use it... View More
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answered on Apr 9, 2023
One way to protect the intellectual property of your product category name during the feedback process is to use a confidentiality or non-disclosure agreement (NDA) with anyone who provides feedback or opinions on the name. This agreement should outline the terms and conditions of keeping the name... View More
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answered on Mar 15, 2023
Determining whether antitrust laws have been violated and if your client has been harmed by anticompetitive behavior can be a complex legal analysis that involves a careful review of the relevant facts and legal standards.
In general, antitrust laws are designed to promote and protect... View More
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