How may I get $ owed to me by shady contracter to build a bar for a nightclub? I live Bucks, he resides and is licensed in NJ.

It would be a small claims action be aware that some contractors are very difficult to collect from however.

A citation is equivalent to an arrest. It is a violation of ARD to have a new case and may be discharged from the program. A smart lawyer can help...

Threats up to 5 years and simple up to 2. It could be a total of 7 if consecutive.

After sentencing, is public defender responsible for filing the appeal within 30 days in the state of Pennsylvania?

You may want to speak to private counsel. I do not believe the defenders have to take appeals.

Can I file my private criminal complaint personally at the District Justice office or do I need to mail it in.

Base on what you say I'm not sure what the criminal charges would be. Private criminal complaints get filed with your local district attorney....

It's a civil suit. It may cost thousands and thousands to sue this person. Before you spend more money see if they have any assets first.

How do I get a judgement that is past the sol vacated or deleted at the court house?

File a motion to open judgment or satisfy judgment.

Is it legal for the judge to sentence my son with out his public defender in the courtroom at the time?

Yes attorney must be present and prior record score and offense gravity score known.

What type of attorney do I speak with about a complaint made against me to child services?

Not sure what the damages are in this case there don't seem to be enough

In a Drug Delivery Resulting in Death case in PA, does the drug have to be a sole cause of death or just a proximate factor?

If you are not satisfied with your court appointed lawyer you should at least speak to another lawyer. Get a second opinion.