You can request to adjourn expalining that you just received notice and you require time to obtain the assistance of an attorney.

Can I request an extension of time to respond to discovery requests if I am awaiting discovery responses from opposing party?

The discovery deadline applies to both parties. If after meeting the deadline and receiving the discovery you feel that additional discovery is...

Can you have an expert witness attend a court hearing before a judge?

It depends on what kind of proceeding it is. If it is any kind of hearing where evidence will be presented then an expert can testify. For example,...

What would happen if discovery cannot be done by trial date

Usually the date for completion of discovery is set well before a trial date. If you feel that you still require relevant discovery to be prepared...

In a contested final orders hearing, do you have to issue a subpoena to all witnesses

You only need to subpoena a witness if they will not testify voluntarilly.

Can pro se hire attorney only for post judgement motion in U.S. District Court?

Yes, an attorney can enter an appearance solely for the purpose of handling a post judgment motion.

How to subpoena a witness?

You could hire a private investigator to run an address check for a reasonable fee. Also if the person owns a home, the county property records are...

Is the opposing party required by law to provide me with statements that show charges that add up to the amount being demanded?

If you are involved in discovery and the opposing party does not provide you with relevant requested documents then you should submit a motion to...

Is it illegal if one party sends a letter to the opposing party instead of to their counsel?

Attorneys must communicate with only the attorneys of represented parties, however parties may speak with each other.

Can I plead the 5th

You can invoke the 5th Amendment to avoid self-incrimination meaning that you must be avoiding disclosing details of having committed a crime. To...