A elderly friend wants to give me her estate upon death. What is the most effective way to do this prior to her death or after?

I agree with Attorney Shultz—tell your friend to hire an estate planning attorney to draft a will. If the friend dies without a valid will you will...

What is an uncontested divorce in PA?

I agree with both previous answers. You should consult an attorney, and shop around for the best "fit" for your needs. I just saw an add in my...

What are my options?

In addition to what attorney Crawford has stated, you might want to consider trying to sublet or assign the remainder of the lease to someone else....

How can I get a copy of my original birth certificate in the state of New Jersey

Try the NJ Department of Public Health's website (included below). There you will find instructions for ordering your birth certificate online or...

Do I need to appoint an executor of my will? I have no substantial assets--only things special to me, and instructions.

Technically, no, you do not need to appoint an executor of your will. But if you don't, the court will appoint one for you after you have passed,...

I agree with the previous answers, you should consult an attorney to review your situation and go over your options.

Can any lawyer present/defend an appeal before the Superior Court? Or must they have certain qualifications to do so?

I agree with the previous answer. While any attorney licensed in PA can represent a client in an appeal, that is not to say that all attorneys will...

My husband recently passed away w/out a will, with the house, credit cards and medical bills in his name only what do I do?

I agree that you should contact a probate lawyer. If your husband died without a will his estate will pass under the state's intestate succession...

My new cellphone number has been receiving thrice daily phone calls from Liberty Medical after telling them I'm not that person

When you called the 800 number and sent the e-mail did you actually speak with someone or receive a reply? You could always try a good...

Who picks the jury pool?

The previous two answers are correct. A large pool of potential jurors is narrowed down until the required number is met plus a couple alternates....