How do i go about defending myself and husband against an illegal eviction?

What you have received is probably a document called a notice of termination telling you that you need to leave your apartment by a specified date....

Can I steal my own property

You need to terminate her tenancy and then proceed in court to remove her from the apartment. You should consult a lawyer about this. If you...

In small claims, can I counterclaim for punitive damages (or something) for claimants bringing a frivolous case?

You can counterclaim for anything. Whether or not the Court will award you the counterclaim depends on the basis of the counterclaim and the...

In a small claims commercial claims consumer transaction, can the demand letter be less than the amount sought?

You can file for a higher amount than the original demand letter in order to cover your collection costs.

Under NYS law on nature of quiet title action ? & federal question

It is unlikely that a quiet title action would have federal question jurisdiction over this type of case. Even if diversity jurisdiction exists...

Can I interplead my LLC in an action against me personally?

You have asked this question at least twice before and received several thoughtful answers from the attoneys here on AVVO. Please beware of...

Someone got a restraining order against me by fraudulent claim.

Please see my answer to your prior question.

Someone got a restraining order against me by fraudulent claim.

Vacating a restraining order is difficult. You can and should submit affidavits and exhibits in support of your motion. You should consult a...

If there is no lease in effect with the master tenant and the subtenants have each started paying their rent directly to you then each of them has...

Do I have any legal rights?

You should send him a letter, by certified mail with an additional copy by first class mail with a certificate of mailing. In the letter you...