Once you are convicted of the criminal charges and file for appeal, do you have to stay in custody during that time?

Depends on the charges you were convicted of and whether a Judge will grant bail.

Age of Consent is Massachusetts

Consult a MA attorney or wait until she turns 18.

Under New Jersey Law, Are Employment Records Considered "Private" and Privileged from Discovery like in CA? (see link)

They are not protected like they are in CA. If you have concerns, please consult an attorney.

How do I modify a lease that is month to month?

You need to hire an attorney to have the required notices drawn up correctly, mistakes can be very expensive.

If I wanted to leave my husband because of his indiscretions....

The grounds for divorce do not effect the momentary issues, nor anything else, so they do not matter. Retain local counsel to get you the best...

Under NJ Law, Can a Plaintiff Be Compelled to Sign a Privacy Act Waiver, Especially Absent a Compelling Need?

File a request under the Freedom of Information Act.

Deposits and retainers

It depends on what business you are in, You do not provide enough facts here.

Expunged - I have a nephew who is now 23 who received a 4th degree endangering a welfare of a minor

I agree with the answers of my colleagues, and to answer your question, more facts are needed.

Can one be emancipated at the age of 17 without a job if they plan on living with a significant other that is employed?

Maybe, but I am not certain, however, if you both got married, I think you would have a better chance. Good luck.

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Denied learners permit in NJ & NY. DMV stated I have fed and state bills, but its ID theft what can I do? Is this even legal?

You need to consult with and retain an attorney who has experience in resolving ID theft issues.