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How do i do a family court proceeding with out the other partys adress?

As I just emailed you, Ms. Brown and Lutzky as usual offer sound advice. Some other thoughts, being a practitioner in Warren County Family...

Ive been assigned a public defender whom As yet to be in contact with me to discuss my case. Can i request for a different one?

You usually can't request a new PD, but you can have a heart to heart talk before you have to choose between a plea bargain and a trial about any...

Is it legal for me to allow people to temporarily stay on my land in exchange for help around the property?

Sure you can do it, but I might consult with a local attorney to draw up a simple contract setting forth the terms of the "barter" and clarifying...

Can I represent myself while I have an attorney?

You say you "have an attorney" without being very specific about that that means. If it's just that you consult with this attorney for various...

I live in SYN and was recently served with an order of protection based on false pretenses

You need to see a family law attorney to have him file the appropriate petitions in family court concerning custody, visitation and the validity...

Mr. Chertock's advice is sound. Most simply, a mortgage is only part of the security interest securing the Note. It is the note (a glorified,...

What are the steps that I need to take to get a refund from my attorney who has way overfilled me ?

Agree with Ms. Goldstein's good advice. Filing a complaint with the state bar disciplinary committee may he helpful. Legal fees must always be...

How do i prove parental alienation in court , when the children live with me ?

I don't see any easy answers here, since disparagement is hard to prove and the law guardian doesn't agree with you. Sometimes, being "rude and...

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How do I respond (and should I appear in court) to "Motion to Withdraw as Counsel of Record" letter I received from my atty?

How about this (and I'm assuming your case is not irretrievably prejudiced and you can do a "redo" with a more willing or capable lawyer).... call...