What type of lawyer do I need?

Did you use a lawyer to draft your separation agreement and for the divorce? When was the third line of credit taken out, before or after you...

Can an attorney help me postpone my case, Driving on a suspended and/or revoked license in Howard County Maryland District Court

Are you in District or Circuit Court? With the agreement of the prosecutor, negotiated by a lawyer, you might get the postponement; alternatively,...

How do I recover funds that were seized during traffic stop after I have been to court?

The prosecutors have 90 days from the date your case was resolved to file a petition in court to forfeit your money they seized as proceeds of...

Ethically, one lawyer cannot represent both parties, except in extremely rare cases, because nearly always there is advice which can be given to...

I'm sole beneficiary of my fathers work life insurance policy . Its been contested what happens now and what should I do

Where did your father reside when the policy was issued? That state's insurance laws will probably apply. There are time frames for an insurance...

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What course of action can I take for monies owed to me by family members that assured me they would pay me back and have not ?

I would consider drafting a one page repayment agreement, listing the full amount owed and a monthly payment schedule, perhaps a promissory note...

In Maryland. What is the statue on cashing written check(s) for payment?

I have never heard of a bank paying a check that old; however, it is always possible the date will be missed and the check could slip by and get...

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A regular indictment is issued by a grand jury, sitting in secret, which reviews the evidence and a written list of criminal charges presented by...

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This is a simple one that I can't seem to find a definitive answer to. Re: Jurisdiction of a Peace Order

Once the case is appealed to Circuit Court, the Circuit Court has exclusive jurisdiction over that case, and the District Court cannot issue new...

Should I retain an attorney for a charge for misdemeanor shoplifting for an item that was under $100 ($20 to be exact)?

Too many bad things can happen if you don't use a lawyer and you screw this up. At worst, you should be able to get the charge dropped in exchange...