Questions answered by Elan E. Weinreb

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How do I find lawyer with contingency fees in NYC area for federal court ?

Elan's answer | Answered on November 12, 2015

I agree with Mr. Nisar's advice, but in addition to using the "Find a Lawyer" tab, you may also want to consult with NYC area law schools to see if...

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Hi I am a prose plaintiff. I was never served an amswer/ motion to dismiss by the defendants lawyer-what recourse do I have? and

Elan's answer | Answered on October 21, 2015

In addition to what Mr. Zilberfein recommends, you may also want to review CPLR 3215: http://codes.lp.findlaw.com/nycode/CVP/32/3215 and any recent...

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How do I get my money back from Repair Shop?

Elan's answer | Answered on October 21, 2015

You may want to get the Attorney General's Office involved here. See http://www.ag.ny.gov/bureau/consumer-frauds-bureau and...

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Do I have ground to file a claim against dealership?

Elan's answer | Answered on October 20, 2015

You very well might have a case against the dealership based solely on what you write, but it also sounds like the people associated with this...

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Attorney relieved, but refuses to serve Stay

Elan's answer | Answered on October 20, 2015

It would appear to me that you would need to contact the Appellate Division grievance committee associated with the "third world county" in which...

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Verifying the legal name of an individual, verifying the legal name of a company? Small Claims.

Elan's answer | Answered on October 08, 2015

Private investigators have resources that enable them to ascertain an individual's legal name. Here is a link to a firm that may be able to help:...

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I think that Aegean Airlines is running a scam with their "lost" baggage. They recently lost mine and I've been doing research.

Elan's answer | Answered on October 08, 2015

I am not an expert in this field and do not practice in it but happen to know that international law such as the Montreal Convention may very well...

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How do I get back money that is mine from my lawyer?

Elan's answer | Answered on September 25, 2015

I agree with Mr. Suda's approach but would also point out that going to the relevant ethics committee is going to take a significant period of...

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If an individual wont stop filming you while aware that you are not ok with it, is this good grounds to get restraining order?

Elan's answer | Answered on September 09, 2015

If the person filming you intends to use the film for advertising or other commercial gain, you may be able to stop them by threatening a suit...

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I have a fee dispute with an atty which is resolved. Any suggestions on a release that solely covers the fee dispute?

Elan's answer | Answered on September 09, 2015

I agree with my colleagues that drafting a release by yourself is definitely NOT a good idea. (See Proverbs 15:22 - "Without counsel, plans go...

Elan E. Weinreb's Answers (131)

How do I find lawyer with contingency fees in NYC area for federal court ?

Hi I am a prose plaintiff. I was never served an amswer/ motion to dismiss by the defendants lawyer-what recourse do I have? and

How do I get my money back from Repair Shop?

Do I have ground to file a claim against dealership?

Attorney relieved, but refuses to serve Stay

Verifying the legal name of an individual, verifying the legal name of a company? Small Claims.

I think that Aegean Airlines is running a scam with their "lost" baggage. They recently lost mine and I've been doing research.

How do I get back money that is mine from my lawyer?

If an individual wont stop filming you while aware that you are not ok with it, is this good grounds to get restraining order?

I have a fee dispute with an atty which is resolved. Any suggestions on a release that *solely* covers the fee dispute?

I have a fee dispute with an atty which is resolved. Any suggestions on a release that solely covers the fee dispute?