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Bought a new house, got sued on the first day owning it due to old owner cutting power for tenant (At will everything included)

Christopher's answer | Answered on November 14, 2014

My guess is that you didn't have a lawyer in your purchase. So many folks try to save money by avoiding attorneys only to pay so much more when...

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Non contested divorce

Christopher's answer | Answered on November 14, 2014

Some forms are individual (financial statements) and others will need to be signed by the two of you together (separation agreement). If you don't...

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My father passed away Nov 1st. He had insurance and a 401k. That was always going to the 4 of us his girls.

Christopher's answer | Answered on November 14, 2014

This is a somewhat common scenario. You will need to meet with an attorney as soon as possible. Time is not on your side!

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I am the executor of my mother's will. What happens when she dies.?

Christopher's answer | Answered on November 14, 2014

You should speak with a lawyer who can assist you in your duties as representative of the estate. Based on your question, the potential is there...

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I have been served a complaint for past owed debt. The complaint cover letter, the actual paper serving me along with the docket

Christopher's answer | Answered on November 14, 2014

It is likely you could gain time or some advantage by threatening to file a Motion to Dismiss on the basis that you were not properly served. In...

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How to deal with ex husbands credit cards in up coming trial?

Christopher's answer | Answered on November 14, 2014

You absolutely have to rely on the advice of your attorney. He or she knows your case better than anyone else right now. If you have lost...

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Who should I name in an eviction case?

Christopher's answer | Answered on November 14, 2014

I agree with my brother counsel that you should probably hire an attorney. Our office charges reasonable and small flat fees in getting evictions...

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My mother has past on she took out a home equity loan out am I legally responsible?

Christopher's answer | Answered on November 14, 2014

I'm sorry to hear that you have lost your mother. You may need a lawyer to assist you in this, and to represent you in carrying out the duties...

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I went to court and won my case, but the person still has not paid me back, please read the details of my case below

Christopher's answer | Answered on November 14, 2014

Something that often surprises people is that winning in court is only 1/2 the battle. Collecting money on a judgment is an entirely different...

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What happen if you don't register marriage happen in Las Vegas in your home state in 6 months. Is it still valid or ?

Christopher's answer | Answered on November 03, 2014

There is no marriage registry that I am aware of. Perhaps they obtained a marriage license but never actually had their marriage? If they were...

Christopher W. Vaughn-Martel's Answers (3511)

Bought a new house, got sued on the first day owning it due to old owner cutting power for tenant (At will everything included)

Non contested divorce

My father passed away Nov 1st. He had insurance and a 401k. That was always going to the 4 of us his girls.

I am the executor of my mother's will. What happens when she dies.?

I have been served a complaint for past owed debt. The complaint cover letter, the actual paper serving me along with the docket

How to deal with ex husbands credit cards in up coming trial?

Who should I name in an eviction case?

My mother has past on she took out a home equity loan out am I legally responsible?

I went to court and won my case, but the person still has not paid me back, please read the details of my case below

What happen if you don't register marriage happen in Las Vegas in your home state in 6 months. Is it still valid or ?