Can a case be conferenced prior to your court date

Yes. Absolutely. Your lawyer can call the assigned ADA at any time to discuss the case.

What do I need to do in this situation?

It depends on what you driver's license was from at your last conviction and what your sentence imposed. If you never had a NY driver's license,...

Can the charges be dismissed possibly due to it not documented and it was not told to me how much or if I was truly over the?

On the limited information, there is no basis to dismiss. The DWI can be grounded in 1192(3), which is based on the PO's observations of your...

No you do not need to appear unless you have to submit papers regarding to completion of a condition to the ACD to to ASC window. For example,...

Given ACD for assualt

You have a lot at stake here given your student status, citizen status and selected career path. Consult with an aggressive attorney. Fighting this...

Can a Merit Board be appealed?

There is an appeal process. However, it's curious that your son was sentenced to prison on a first time DWI and seems to have gotten a lengthy...

Will I be able to get a lease with any criminal history?

A criminal background check will reveal both the prior conviction and the open case.

No it is not a legal requirement. However, you may want to consider consulting with the executor of the estate.

How is it possible for private practice lawyers to earn a livable wage in an expensive city if they don't earn a study salary?

Having your own business in any field is risky. A good business person will make money if he has a client base and provides excellent service.

How can we settle my father's estate that has gone to trial, due to room mate claim to his home, from 7 hrs away?

Hire a competent estate lawyer in or near the county where the probate is being conducted. Thereby you can avoid the travel costs. Also, a local...