On average, what is reasonable expectation of attorney fees/costs involved to prepare and litigate such a case?

Assuming that your experience was one that was common to others at the agency, a class action might work. If so, these are always taken on a...

They got my name wrong on all the legal documents does that change anything

getting your name wrong: probably not a practical change....

Need advice?

OK: you need to get to a lawyer...but let's separate these out. First there is the criminal matter which is your finance's issue (and yours...

How do I know if I have a real case for suing this individual? How do I find the right attorney?

the authorities are the first place. It is unlikely that a criminal will be less so (or money easily found) if sued in civil court. That said, you...

Can I verbally contact opposing counsel about my prior requests, before I consent & discuss withdrawal of Motion for SUM JGMT?

In response to the motion you will want to talk about the material you have not received anyway. Make the motion.

What particuly motion should I file in this situation? Dismissal? Contempt? Criminal Writ of mandamus if Judge takes no action?

I could not agree more with the prior answer.....sometimes you have to sit down with a professional and not try to deal with serious problems via...

If the defendant "answered" your complaint, you need court permission. Usually the judge will give you permission unless the defendant can show...

With children involved the best advise to you is for you to treat this issue and the most important in your life and spend what you must to get the...

How can I get sued for stuff I never even asked for but the person gave freely

I imagine that you aunt sued you in small claims court. That makes your situation easy to deal with and inexpensive. For $1300 tell your story at...

Do I file a motion to remove liens with stated relief? I prefer an Attorney, but unable to afford, pending VA disability.

I realize that you think that you need to proceed pro se because of financial constraints. However, you question raises legal questions and the...