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He has had her for 4 years from never giving her back to me amd is now not taking care of her properly he has an opend case with cny in another county . I want to take her to live with me and he is going to get aggressive and call the police . Will I get introuble for taking my daughter from him?
answered on Aug 18, 2019
I would not recommend that you just take the child away from him if there's an open CYS case. Talk to an experienced family law attorney to determine whether you should consider filing for custody.
answered on Jul 23, 2019
"Legally," there's nothing (yet) preventing you from doing so . . . or from him snatching your daughter from YOU. What's good for the goose is good for the gander. And that's why your best bet is to file a custody action and get a court order outlining who has custody,... View More 
answered on Mar 18, 2019
You would retain them to represent the client for a limited purpose. However many lawyers might not go with this because the Court may require they file a withdrawal of counsel and even if that's what the defendant agreed to the Court can say "too bad--we aren't letting you out."
Trapped for 2 hrs repeatedly called emergency button in elevator they did nothing
answered on Jan 19, 2019
This is not really a legal malpractice question, but a personal injury question. Most personal injury attorneys offer free consultations so Google personal injury lawyers or search Justia or AVVO in Philadelphia.
This is the 2nd forensic eval. 1st strongly rec immediate crisis counseling 4 both girls, 11&12, an urgent change in cust over 2 us due 2 the severity of mom's abusive behaviors causing severe issues due 2 her severe psych/abuse & alienation. After 1st report, b4 our 4 month delay... View More
answered on Jan 15, 2019
It appears that your husband is represented by an attorney. All questions should be asked on existing legal counsel.
I am currently a defendant in a civil matter in Pennsylvania. Two years into the case, a lawyer from a different law firm made an appearance as additional counsel "Lawyer A" for the plaintiff. This new law firm then made motions to the court without having the Plaintiff's original... View More
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answered on Oct 8, 2018
That is not usually how it goes. The judge will want all attorneys to enter their appearances.
We were told we have a potential case
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answered on Jul 5, 2018
I am located in Pittsburgh. If you would like to call me to discuss this my phone number is 412-391-7135.
When I call the attorneys office he never responds to my calls.should I get another attorney?
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answered on Jul 5, 2018
No, when you call an attorney they should return your call within a day or two. Are you sure the case was filed?
answered on Jun 18, 2018
I can only answer as to Pennsylvania law. Title 18, section 4913 ("Impersonating a notary public or a holder of a professional or occupational license") is probably what you're looking for.
If you're looking for a similar statute in Maryland, I suggest posting your... View More
answered on May 20, 2018
Not all attorneys agree on whether they should speak to the children but, as long as the other parent has custodial rights to the children, the attorney may speak with them
CYS only involved in my son’s life because of his Mother...however now I too am in a difficult situation w/ CYS. I have NO criminal record, nice apt, steady job & could have taken my son but they put him in foster care and my visits be supervised. It is/was really tough. I have a terrible... View More
answered on May 5, 2018
You have a limited time within which to file and appeal. I strongly urge you to consult with an attorney experienced in appellate work, particularly dependency cases if possible, as well as to find a way to pay for the attorney. Don't miss the appeal deadline - you've already got enough... View More
Have so many documents in my favor don't know how to proceed
answered on Mar 28, 2018
You really should consult with an experienced family law attorney in your area. There's no way this question can be answered in an online forum such as this.
answered on Sep 12, 2017
The fact they are an attorney doesn't strip them of the fact that anyone can try to investigate anyone's records. Now if they use an authorization improperly there are issues.
Clinical nurse instructor deems a nurse is competent to do a skill after watching the nurse perform the "skill" on a mannequin. The mannequin does not represent the human anatomy in a realistic manner. The nurse performs the skill on a patient without any over site by the clinical... View More
answered on May 29, 2017
No case law I'm aware of specific to that particular situation. Much would depend on the procedure to be preformed, the degree of risk, the nature of any supervision. Feel free to call if you have further questions. Yes I'm in Memorial Day.
Hi I had a lawyer in the beginning of my casea who made me sign an agreement for them to take 33% of my settlement once done. He got sick and had another lawyer take over the case and she is not charging 40% plus 5000 in court fees. I have a friend who is a paralegal and says this is wrong and that... View More
answered on Nov 1, 2016
The new lawyer should have had a new fee agreement. If they didn't they are bound by the old. You should get an itemized statement of costs. Generally, unless you are Limited Tort in a car crash case, standard fee is 33%.
If you can't work it out with the lawyer, contact the fee... View More
answered on Aug 23, 2016
If it's a judge of that Court you'd need to talk to a lawyer about it. You have a right to go to court via an attorney. Your right to physically be there can be limited if you have engaged in conduct for which a judge may exclude you. Suggest you contact the Pennsylvania Civil Liberties Union.
My lawyer dismissed me because I questioned their interest in my case ironically. When I picked up my documents I found a few pages of another clients. I am worried that mine are "misplaced"
What do I do?
answered on Aug 18, 2016
It can happen.That's not malpractice--it's clerical error. Assuming the file stays in the attorneys office, technically there has been no dissemination to anyone else. You can ask them to look and see if there is any other correspondence of yours elsewhere. Put it another way, it's... View More
the last one in 2006 was done with total neglect , and with reckless regard or ignorance of the 1989 plan and 2000 plans These both were done by recommendation of a financial advisor , who preceded to liquidate there 30 year pension and paid up insurance with expensive unaffordable term policies... View More
answered on Aug 18, 2016
You can contact the Attorney Generals office. I would suggest you look for a member of the Pennsylvania Assn for Justice that handles professional negligence cases.
I have been looking for employment as a paralegal and submitted my resume to a Scranton law firm who immediately contacted me via email the next day for an interview. I have fallen into financial straits and have fallen behind on medical and credit card bills. After reviewing the request for a... View More
answered on Aug 18, 2016
If it's the lawfirm that does debt collection it may not be anything other than their standard letterhead. Research the law firm.
If your other bills were refereed to them you would know. I don't know that it's illegal as you sent a resume to them--they didn't reach out... View More
Remodeling project. Homeowner wants their neighbor (lawyer) to represent them to sue a contractor for remodeling on her home.
answered on Jan 13, 2016
Not sure why, but check with a local PA ethics lawyer.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a... View More
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