By law if a judge rules a date that things must be completed by, isn't that date considered a deadline not a a guideline?

A judge can change a deadline. Sometimes things come up that require the deadline to be changed in order to be fair to one or the other party. It...

Would a district attorney ever be vindictive enough to file charges against a defendant even if there is weak or no evidence?

Is it possible? Sure. Is it likely? No. Frequently people who have been charged with a crime do not think there is enough evidence for the charge....

Evidence found for case points to conflict of interest. How should I proceed with that?

Unless your attorney had an interview with the father about the case, the fact that he was referred as a potential lawyer is not a conflict of...

If I am found not guilty or if case is dismissed, can the court make me pay legal fees? What criminal act would be committed?

You won't be charged legal fees if you have a public defender. That is the point of having a public defender. If you are found guilty, the judge...

What would multiple consiliation court lawsuits against my attorney's firm mean to me? Should I trust my law firm?

It would certainly concern me if a firm I retained had numerous lawsuits against it. Of course, it depends on what the suits are about.

Is there a way to approach a psychologist with my complaint BEFORE filing it with the state licensing board?

The way you phrase it sounds a bit like blackmail. I.e., pay me or I will file a complaint. That's not ok. If you believe the doctor has done...

Should we consider getting another court appointed attorney for my brother, the current Att. seems to show no effort w/fighting!

You can always ask the court for a new attorney. However, you should keep in mind that it is very rare for a judge to appoint a new lawyer. I...

Can an attorney represent my wife in divorce against me if has has represented me in multiple civil claims in the past?

If the lawyer represented you in unrelated circumstances, it is acceptable for him to represent your wife now. So, for example, if you were in a...

There could be any number of reasons for an attorney to withdraw from a case. The lawyer will generally have to seek leave of the court to withdraw...

Is it appropriate for a lawyer to be on the board of directors at a womens shelter yet take on clients that are found guilty DV

There is nothing unethical about representing someone who is guilty of domestic violence. The man still needs a divorce lawyer. I don't think...