Not only are unlicensed individuals barred from "ghost writing" court documents but attorneys are as well.

Interference with discovery - what do I do?

Based on these facts, what opposing counsel did was wrong. He should have filed a motion with the court to stop the subpoena from going forward. ...

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Do I have to answer a summons in NYC Civil court (in person) if I live in Boston, MA?

I cannot tell from the question whether you would be subject to jurisdiction of the courts in New York. If you both lived here and he moved away...

Hi! I Have a court with my landlord last Friday. The court told me I need pay in full my landlord s 1121.00. you think I should?

The appeal period for landlord tenant cases is very short so if you want to appeal, you need to do it ASAP. It may already be too late.

What type of lawyer do I contact/

I agree with my colleagues except it was not clear to me what the current state of the title is. You say the property was willed to you and your...

I'm getting calls from a collections agency. I paid the first bill. Now they have 2 more. Do i just stop answering my phone?

You need to say the following: "pursuant to the fair debt collection practices act, I demand that you do not contact me by telephone". The words...

Does pricing of a contract for home improvement become null if the contractor is fired?

It would be very difficult for you to get relief. It appears that there was a small claims trial and the magistrate listened to the contractor and...

My bank was attached pre-judgment and the debt collector never sent bills to where I was located, can this get dismissed?

It is hard to say whether you could get the funds released because you don't say whether you dispute the debt or have any defenses. If you owe the...

How do I file for an order of protection?

If you do not want to retain an attorney to assist you, the best thing is to go to the nearest courthouse. The clerks can assist you.

Hi, I am being sued in small claims court for $750 + $50 fees. I sent $750 & it was deposited. Do I need to show up?

Unless you have something IN WRITING from the attorney telling you the case is settled and that you do not need to come to court, you should plan...