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This person started a trust fund to help my nieces pay for college when my sister died. The first niece is now in college and is be asked to do extreme things like writing 10 page papers in order to receive part of the trust fund toward school payments.
answered on May 10, 2020
A petition can be made to the Surrogate's Court seeking the removal of the trustee.
Currently I'm a law student and I would love to be a great lawyer or even a judge one day. But the thing is I would also love to make video's (Tiktok, Youtube). My question is whether it's possible to combine the two. I want to be taken seriously as a lawyer (or judge) but I also... View More 
answered on Apr 15, 2020
You could combine your interests, but it will require more research on your part than can be covered in a brief post here. If you go online, you'll see people who are active attorneys deliver lectures about law for the public's education or for continuing education purposes for other... View More
answered on Mar 22, 2020
There's talk of individual relief checks by officials in Washington, D.C. We should have more information in the near future on what is finally decided in terms of relief measures for the public. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 13, 2020
It's difficult to say without knowing more about the arrangement you may have made. Instead of allowing situation to escalate into one where the car is towed, it could make more sense to find out what's going on, and getting car out of there if it's true. You probably don't want... View More
Was married 9 years while the 403B was collecting. Was told I needed a lawyer to begin the process.
answered on Nov 4, 2019
Assuming your judgment of divorce or settlement agreement awards you a share of the 403(b) account, you will likely need a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) to receive your funds. Seek out an attorney in your local area who handles QDROs.
Hey, I was recently charged with unlawful possession of marijuana in the state of New York. I have a court hearing on Tuesday. My friend and I both got a violation ticket for $100 but we were wondering if we could get it dismissed somehow because we don’t want it to be on our record for future... View More
answered on Oct 14, 2019
Need way more information to answer this. It might be worth the cost of consulting with a local lawyer. You and your friend could split the cost of an hour consultation. It could be the best money you spend to keep your future job prospects open.
answered on Jan 7, 2019
There have been instances where another person participated in the suicide and thus faced murder charges. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my... View More
Nominal defendants were included in filing by Plaintiff in a real estate partition action case between Plaintiff and Principle Defendant. They did not present themselves at any time in any capacity during the case and they were included purely for technicality. I am filing an Opposition to the... View More
answered on Jan 2, 2019
All named parties in a legal action need to be served with all filings. Rather than proceed pro se, why not consider limited scope representation as an affordable option. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with... View More
answered on Sep 17, 2018
If this involves parole curfew, you could post the question under criminal law and someone who practices in that area could pick it up.
Even though the mother kicked the kid out the house and he lives with his aunt now,
answered on Mar 27, 2017
Yes, this may qualify as harassing a minor. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on... View More
answered on Mar 18, 2017
Did you publish anything untrue about the owner? If so, you may be sued for defamation. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2017
Typically administrative codes or related federal department guidelines apply, but it depends on which department of the federal government you're referring to. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
I signed a lease with a roommate, but now I need to get out of the lease and the apartment. My roommate wants to stay on the lease and in the apartment. So I want to know if I can get out of the lease and leave him on, by using the lease provision (relating to RPP Article 7, section 226-B) and... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2017
Review the terms of your current lease to see if that's permitted. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA,... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2017
Make sure you review any earnest money agreements or "binders" with a lawyer. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2017
Your question is vague. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas of law:... View More
She is 25 yrs old and came into this country on a visitor's visa, entered into an arranged marriage, and does not want to live with the man she 'married'. She feels her 'mother-in-law' is using her as a servant, among other issues. She is being forced to pay $30,000 in... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2017
I see no legal basis to support the demand for payment. She can file for divorce. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law... View More
I made payments on time every month for 2 1/2 years on a car through Credit Acceptance. In December they received the payment after the due date (maybe due to Christmas I'm assuming). Instead of calling me to let me know (I would have paid the late fee) they reposessed the car with no... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2017
You may be able to sue them. Have a lawyer review all related communications and agreements. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I... View More
it was mace) at the airport. She received a Summons and is supposed to return to NY in April, which she cannot afford. Nor can she afford a lawyer
answered on Feb 4, 2017
Perhaps a Public Defender can help her. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following... View More
worked for a company 10 yrs in the K&B industry. I left them and went to work for a non competing company. I have been approached to work at a company that directly competes with my prior employer. i had signed a 2 yr non compete when i started there as a sales rep. i left when I was district... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2017
Non-compete clauses are scrutinized in NY and are often interpreted to favor the employee. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I... View More
My son has been in care for 5 years I have been absent for 1 year and came back in october 2015 and there is a TPR in place which I am going to appeal. My service plan was anger management, domestic violence, and parenting along with random drug testing that I have been passing . I requested... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2017
Have a lawyer review the facts. The court decides custody/ visitation based on the "best interests of the child." The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications... View More
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