Do you need to use the same lawyer that originally represented you or can you hire someone else to handle the appeal?

You can retain other counsel....be sure you understand the total cost of doing so.

What recourse do I have with the parent corporation for loss of warranty value, loss of profit from sale of the home?

I must assume that since you are selling a home, you have counsel handling the transaction with you. They are the ones that should be answering...

How can my friend file for an appeal if he's in state prison now and they won't let him use the phone or write for 2 weeks.

There are volunteer lawyers that specialize in prison issues. See if you can find one locally

having counsel on this issue may help you lighten the restrictions....you need some credibility

Do I have a better chance of being found not guilty this time by taking the witnesses with me?

I think that you answered your own question....a witness to back your story can usually help

If we appeal a violation notice, will we be fined for past?

get local counsel who knows this procedure and can read the documents...

whether it is "too" late or not will depend on where the case stands: how close to trial; how much discovery has been taken; etc,. so that the...

How to service a someone who is refusing

there are two things you can do: (1) prove to the court that service was attempted or made and refused; notice of the proceeding will be more than...

Can I file a motion for contempt of court ruling in a civil divorce case?

"Contempt" is a violation of a court order; A motion to disregard testimony on the grounds that it is a "lie" or fraudulent will require much more...

Can I request extremely detailed child care expenses and future legal fees (re: children) to be paid prior to any litigation?

Your question involves children. I assume there is nothing more important to you. If the judge as awarded legal fees I assume that you have a...