Written by attorney Howard Roitman, 10 months ago.
The most common questions asked about the Clark County Courts. •I am having trouble accessing the District Court's Online Calendar and Case Inquiry System. What could be the problem? •How do I... more
Written by attorney Brandy Peeples, 4 months ago.
Like interrogatories (which are discussed here:Civil Litigation 101: What are Interrogatories?)a Request for Production of Documents is a useful tool for lawyers to gather information during the... more
Written by attorney Athina Karamanlis Powers, about 1 month ago.
Whether you're a newbie lawyer or experienced one, you know that when you litigate or you write a letter to the opponent or even when you receive the letter or memorandum complaint, the first thing... more
Written by attorney Wilberforce Agyekum, about 1 month ago.
With the astronomical growth of this new media called the internet, legal scholars, lawyers, and the courts are grappling with issues of Jurisdiction literally everyday. I have organized this brief... more
Written by attorney Howard Roitman, over 3 years ago.
The appointment of a special administrator may be by the probate court and without notice and a record must be made in the minutes of the court or by written order signed and filed, which must... more
Written by attorney Bruce Clement, over 1 year ago.
This Legal Guide discusses which state will have child custody jurisdiction when American parents have resided in Japan for over six months, one of them is active duty military, there is no existing... more
Written by attorney S. Young, 2 months ago.
When people are attacked, the natural reaction is to attack back. While competent trial attorneys are well equipped to attack the other side for you, a wise attorney will also step back from his... more
Written by attorney Bruce Clement, about 3 years ago.
This Legal Guide discusses how courts of two or more states decide which court will resolve child custody issues. When parents of a child live in different states, this issue is resolved by a statute:... more
Written by attorney Rixon Rafter, over 1 year ago.
Subject Matter Jurisdiction In Virginia Not only must a court in Virginia have personal jurisdiction over a defendant, the court must also have Subject Matter Jurisdiction (SMJ)the right court for... more
Written by attorney Rixon Rafter, over 1 year ago.
Personal Jurisdiction the basis by which a court has authority to impose decisions on individuals is established in several ways in Virginia. Statutory Basis of In personam jurisdiction General... more
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