Will I have to go to probate court because my mother passed away and had my name on the deed to her house?

I would consult with a local probate lawyer just to be safe. If the house was already deeded to you before your mother's death, and you recorded...

I recommend that you use Avvo to find a D.C.-area estate planning lawyer, and think seriously of executing a will with durable powers of attorney...

What if I lose my right to appel an paid the lawyer for the appel

More facts needed. Merely losing on appeal does not mean that the lawyer did anything wrong; one would need to examine the issues that could have...

Do I have to answer interrogatories just stuck in my mail?

In most states, discovery requests can be served by first-class mail.

I think you are confusing concepts just a little. A durable or healthcare power of attorney must be executed by a principal in sound mind and...

Can I sue a Funeral home for changing the sign agreement and cremating my brother without authorization?

This is a very sad situation, and I know it must be quite grievous to have to think about this on top of losing your brother. I strongly suggest...

Excellent answer from my colleague, Attorney D'Esposito. Check the company's LLC operating agreement to see how property is to be distributed in...

Can my husband put me out of a rental property if the lease is in my name?

If the lease is valid and still in effect, your husband cannot compel you to leave. The tenant whose name is on the lease has superior possessory...

What assets are fair target under a lawsuit?

If a judgment is entered against the LLC or corporation only, only that entity's assets would be vulnerable to attachment. If a judgment is...

What do I have to do to open a bakery?

Consultation with a business attorney will give you both a big picture view of your issues, such as how to incorporate and in what form you would...