Bankruptcy

Is your case still open ? Did you get a discharge ? More facts are needed.

How do we get protection for a mentally disabled plaintiff in a civil case?

The first step is to make a determination if the person has mentally capacity to answer questions truthfully and can withstand the deposition. This...

Is my lawyer lying to me again?

No, your attorney is telling you the truth: you have to request the certificate of disposition from the court where you were convicted.

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I have a smalls claim case pending in nassau county, New York. I contracted with a business to provide a service.

Your next step is trial. I suggest for you to hire an attorney (you do realize that the other side will appear by counsel). You must have all your...

I need some pro-bono legal advise as I am unemployed and cant pay the lawyer fees.

You can motion the court to enforce the mediation agreement or you can seek out a pro bono counsel in your jurisdiction. Good luck.

No, the subpoena is powerless outside of the issuing court's jurisdiction.

Can I be present during a deposition of my business partner to help him with objections (litigating trademark opposition pro se)

You can be present if you are a party to the lawsuit. You cannot sit there and act as an attorney (help with objections, etc).

How do you find a lawyer who is willing to do pro bono

Your question is unclear. I suggest you contact a local bar association, pertinent section, and see if there are pro bono attorneys. Good luck.

What to ask M.D. in final preparation for MVA PI case settlement?

The answer is - probably unlikely. The need for a future treatment without any future treatment is unlikely yo add much value to the case, unless...

Is an NYC attorney able to file a lawsuit against an upstate correctional facility for injury?

The answer is YES: an attorney duly licensed to practice law in New York can handle the matter in the upstate county.