Just to give you some perspective, I was counsel with NJ's Office of Attorney Ethics for many years. A few years back, we prosecuted a lawyer for...

How much time do I need to submit discovery on an Ethics Violation?

If you don't trust your attorney to answer this question for you, get another lawyer.

Fee Arbitration. If I file a claim for fee arbitration in NJ does that waive any future malpractice claim?

A few arbitration claim will not prevent you from filing a malpractice claim. To file contact the Office of Attorney Ethics at 609-530-4008 for...

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My friends dog was stolen and the person was charge with theft. And when she asked the judge to have her dog returned to her

There are a few lawyers in NJ that practice animal law. Search for them. This is actually a growing area of the law.

Will a motion to vacate to default help if my divorce goes before the judge on August 3?

Call the county bar association where you live and see if they can refer you to an attorney with military experience. Many attorneys contacted this...

One of colleagues may have already said this. Each of you need a separate attorney because each of you allegedly committed separate acts.

A conflict check is an internal matter for an attorney or a law firm. All the information a lawyer obtains from a client, with a very few minor...

When I speak to an attorney about my case because I may want to retain them does attorney client privilege exist.

Everything you tell a lawyer during a consultation is confidential, even if you don't hire that attorney afterwards. Everything you tell a lawyer...

What do I do about a bench warrant?

After you post bail, your case will be scheduled. After you post bail and before your court date, bring your installments up to date and do some...

How would you proceed with charges first degree armed robbery n first degree weapons charge n theft?

Your county bar association has a lawyer referral service. Call and set up an appointment or two with criminal lawyers who offer a free...