My lawyer copy and pasted my will from another will and changed terms then charged me $200. Is that fair?

I have charged folks $250 for a simple will and healthcare power of attorney in the past. If it is, indeed, a simple will, you're right, there can...

I have been to other over ten first appearances before so I decided to skip my 11th so I got scheduled another and fined.

I doubt you have been to ten first appearances for this case. Have you had first appearances in 10 other unrelated charges? Or have you been to...

Should I get a lawyer to apply for SSI for me or is this something I can do myself? Does a lawyer require payment up front for

I can recommend the folks at James Scott Farin for this. Crystal Rouse is one of their SSDI attorneys and she is very good. Their consultations...

I am going for probation violation due to 2 dwlr. My po officer says he's asking for the judge to violate me and do 90 days.

I'd recommend you hire or at least consult with an experienced local criminal defense attorney who can give you an idea of what your local judge is...

When can I get the law involved with verbal assault/harrasment? When do I get the right to defend myself or family members?

There is an organization in Wilmington called the Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, Inc. They are a great resource. You can call them at...

I love the honesty of this question. In addition to what other folks have said, I think that Avvo meets a need for people who have legal questions...

No, you don't have to disclose it. Good luck with your college applications!

Can a person from over seas buy a house in the state and get the residency from buying a house?

Residency for what purpose? You are a resident anywhere that you stay with an intent to remain indefinitely, but that doesn't get you any rights...

Would I be able to ask for prayer for judgement?

I second the recommendation that you hire an attorney, but if you insist on going this alone, here's a few ideas for you. (1) Ask for this to be...

I work for the teamsters union. I'm being punished for talking to a union rep. by a non union boss harassed daily I'm female

I'd talk to my union rep about this asap. Your union should have local legal counsel that, if they can't talk to you, they can refer you to someone.