Do i absolutely need a lawyer for a "patronizing prostitution" ticket? i live in NY and it is a class A misdemeanor here.

Yes, you are facing possible jail time.

Can the Magistrate deny my petition to lower the child support payments when my salary has decreased by more than 70%?

I agree with counsel. As bad as the job may have been, voluntary termination of employment is not a reason for downward modification in support...

Why would someone ask to sign a paper to contest a will

Be careful. By signing, you may be waiving your right to inherit as an heir.

A way to get rid of co-ownership with my sister

Bankruptcy will affect other aspects of your life aside from this property. Talk to a real property attorney regarding partition.

I was arrested about a year ago for shoplifting at bloomingdales, will this affect my future with getting a job? record?

Yes, it may be on your record. Contact the criminal defense attorney that represented you in this matter.

See previous answers to same question. Contact an attorney as soon as possible if you are in default.

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I defaulted in appearance in a divorce action and now an inquest is scheduled. What do I do to appear in the action?

You will need to prove that you missed your time to oppose any action with excusable neglect and a meritorious defense. Contact an attorney, time...

If a person who asked for the protection of order keeps contacting the respondent, why is there a protection of order in affect.

Be careful. Do not respond. You can be found in willful violation even if the protected party is at fault. Bring this issue up at your next...

How can I keep my psychologically abusive dad away from me?

If you feel threatened, you have the right to obtain an Order of Protection and he will have to stay away from you. Tread carefully, though, as an...