Hunter J Tzovarras Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Jan 28, 2021

The right to have a court-appointed lawyer only applies if you are facing jail time. You could hire a lawyer but the court won't appoint a lawyer in a case you don't face the risk of jail. There may be certain exceptions, such as if there are immigration consequences if you were... View More

The benefits are often administered by the same office, they just come from different funds. You should consult the UI office and see what they say about transferring the claim to a disability claim. Look online first, to see if there is info posted on the web. You are not the first person with... View More

Call the County Sheriff's Office and ask them on what date they served you. Alternatively, if there is an attorney representing the other side, her or his information will be on the summons. You can call her or him and ask them on what date the Sheriff's Office served you. Finally, the... View More

Your ex cannot do this unless the court order you have (if you have one) says he can. You should keep seeing your children and if your ex chooses to deny your visitation you need to file a motion with the court for contempt or to enforce. ultimately it is up to a judge to decide whether or not your... View More

You should talk with your attorney about your available rights and remedies under the circumstances.

Generally, yes, a Maine lawyer can create a valid power of attorney for your use with respect to transactions that will occur in Maine. For transactions that will occur in NY, a separate power of attorney should be prepared by a NY attorney, which will be valid in NY. You should also keep in mind... View More

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answered on Jan 1, 2021

A properly drafted trust will cover the possibility of your brother predeceasing you. You should raise this issue with the attorney that is drafting this trust for you. If you don’t have an attorney drafting this trust for you, then you should because, as it should be evident to you, you do not... View More

A living trust would be a good option. For one thing, a trust is a private document, and is generally harder to challenge than a will. By avoiding probate with a trust, you make it more difficult for your nephew challenge your plan or have money go to him through your brother. Your brother could... View More

Have you carefully reviewed all the paperwork you received and/or signed at closing and does that paperwork fail to disclose the additional 10 years? If it was properly disclosed, then you would likely not have a viable claim.

Not to answer your question with a question, but is the original lease term still in effect? If it is, then your landlord should only be able to increase the amount of rent after the lease term expires.

As far as how much could your landlord increase the rent, normally, a landlord can set... View More

You should explain your side of the story to the police. Ask to speak to the Chief, if necessary. Typically, the police will not get involved in civil disputes.

Your available rights and remedies will depend, first and foremost, on the terms of the contract between the steel company and you. Assuming the contract provides for an agreed delivery date in May, you will need to review the contract terms to see if the terms allow the steel company to change the... View More

I am sorry, but I do not think your mother has any right to take ownership based on her paying the taxes on the property. If she is interested in finding out who owns the property now, then she should check the local registry of deeds records to see if the deceased man owned the property in only... View More

I am sorry, but I am having a hard time picturing where everything is located based on your description. Also, you say “[t]heir right of way ends at their driveway.” But you also say they are demanding you “remove the post on their side.” You also ask if you are “legally forced to remove... View More

To start to analyze your question, I would need to know on what basis the 96 y/o is currently occupying the property. For example, is it pursuant to a lease with his daughter/the property owner? If there is a lease, the likely answer is its terms will govern.

A Maine attorney would be able to advise best on this, but your post remains open for four weeks. There's no guarantee all questions are picked up, but you could have better chances of a response if you reposted under the Landlord-Tenant category. Good luck

Tim Akpinar

Hi there.

If it is truly a family court case (district court, FM docket number, title 19-A) then the judge is telling you a truth, however rudely he or she said it. There is no provision under Maine law for a party to get a free or court-appointed lawyer.

If you are needing help... View More

It sounds like you will need to find a co-signer with good credit if you want to refinance. If the mortgage company will accept payments from you, then you can simply pay the mortgage each month and continue to live in the house. Failing that, you may need to consider selling the house to pay off... View More

If your lease expired according to its terms, then you are tenants at will. That said, you may have some options and defenses available to you. I would suggest you read the information contained on this website: https://ptla.org/covid-19-maine-eviction-rental-housing-faq

Also, here is a... View More

Anthony M. Avery Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Oct 12, 2020

Your situation is exactly why you need an attorney. Hire a competent local attorney to conduct a title search, then prepare an enforceable Deed. There are title problems that cannot be cured, and you do not want to have one. The cost should be minimal.