Questions answered by Frederick M. Stanczak

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Can a lawyer refuse to finalize a divorce for non payment of balance due?

Frederick's answer | Answered on December 07, 2013

Lawyers are allowed to withdraw from a case for non-payment of the retainer fee as long as the action doesn't prejudice the client. I agree with...

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I am legally separated from my wife. She filed a PFA for emotional abuse. I was able to have the PFA dropped by a judge.

Frederick's answer | Answered on November 29, 2013

I agree with Attorney Hillbush that you need to take the relevant paperwork - espcialy the current court oder - to an attoney and review it with...

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Can the board of education be sued because of not keeping records that would have been helpful in a trial

Frederick's answer | Answered on November 10, 2013

My colleagues are correct. Generally, record keeping obligations of school districts and educational institutions are governed by the Family...

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Do I have to exchange for visitation if my ex has moved and never notified me, even though it states he must in our custody orde

Frederick's answer | Answered on November 10, 2013

Both parents have the obligation to follow the court order. If it turns out that the father has moved without notifying you, that would be a...

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Ex wife is drink & driving young kids in car long distances, what do I do?

Frederick's answer | Answered on November 10, 2013

I agree with counsel, you should speak with your attorney or retain one without delay. The children's statemens are evidence, and the courts have...

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What constitutes for emergency custody?

Frederick's answer | Answered on November 10, 2013

I agree with Attorney Silveman. Your question is very general, and you should speak with a family law attorney to determine if the circumstances...

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What are student legal rights regarding unsatisfactory courses and unsatisfactory professors?

Frederick's answer | Answered on October 20, 2013

I also agree that this is essentially a contract matter and that any legal remedy would be dificult given that you would have the burden of proof...

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Is emotional abuse illegal? A father putting bruises on a child illegal? And what can you do when cps made a unfounded report.

Frederick's answer | Answered on October 06, 2013

I agree that you need to retain a family law attorney immediately. If there is evidence of the bruises from the hospital, you need to obtain...

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My child is being blocked from a school competition because of his involvement with an outside club - is that Discrimination?

Frederick's answer | Answered on September 25, 2013

Your question seems to reflect an understanding of the difference between beleiving something to be true - that the coach is refusing to let your...

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What angle do I need to take to prevent my ex-husband from getting 50/50 custody of my 2 year old daughter?

Frederick's answer | Answered on September 25, 2013

I agree with counsel that these decisions are made based on the court's analysis of what is in the child's best interest, based on the factors...

Frederick M. Stanczak's Answers (168)

Can a lawyer refuse to finalize a divorce for non payment of balance due?

I am legally separated from my wife. She filed a PFA for emotional abuse. I was able to have the PFA dropped by a judge.

Can the board of education be sued because of not keeping records that would have been helpful in a trial

Do I have to exchange for visitation if my ex has moved and never notified me, even though it states he must in our custody orde

Ex wife is drink & driving young kids in car long distances, what do I do?

What constitutes for emergency custody?

What are student legal rights regarding unsatisfactory courses and unsatisfactory professors?

Is emotional abuse illegal? A father putting bruises on a child illegal? And what can you do when cps made a unfounded report.

My child is being blocked from a school competition because of his involvement with an outside club - is that Discrimination?

What angle do I need to take to prevent my ex-husband from getting 50/50 custody of my 2 year old daughter?