Can I use a standard / internet based fill-in-the blanks contract to satisfy as a "legal" agreement document?

A pre-printed form on the internet is not advisable; either examining a sample contract from the clinic would be a better idea, or having a local...

The attorney handling my estate matter on contingency was disbarred. I need a new attorney on a contingency basis.

I am very sorry to hear this. Use Avvo's "Find a Lawyer" feature to research local probate lawyers, and examine their profiles to see what kinds...

How do I find out if there was a will for my deceased father and if not, if the children are entitled to anything?

Start with a Pennsylvania-licensed probate lawyer in the county where your father was living until his death; that lawyer can examine the probate...

Will I be held responsible for a leak I didn't know about?

A landlord has a statutory duty to ensure that all appliances are in "a fit and habitable condition," (N.C.G.S. 42-42) and that duty cannot be...

Can the judge change the amount of time to be served at sentencing?

It depends on the sentencing statute that applies to whatever classification of offense is in question. If the statute gives the judge discretion,...

How can I find out if my brother has power of a attorney

I agree with Attorneys Equi and Zichi. While it would be helpful to know if your brother has a power of attorney instrument, the larger legal...

What area of practice has assistance for creditors?

Yes, there are civil litigators who handle debt collection cases from the perspective of creditors. I have often seen this practice area...

How can a judge refuse to allow me to fire my court appointed attorney.

It is not immediately clear all that is going on here, but be aware that when either a lawyer or client moves that the court release a lawyer from...

Will I be held responsible for my husband bills after his death?

Your husband's debts, upon his death, become debts of his estate; neither you nor your child inherits his debts. Once an estate in his name is...

It could be, but could not be. If you are represented by counsel, ask your lawyer why the schedule keeps moving. Otherwise, if pro se, call or...