How does the court determine the distribution of a primary residence in a divorce?

I agree with Attorney Gaffney. This is an issue of equitable distribution. It is likely that the law would presume that "equal is equitable," but...

I think this goes beyond a "reasonable" inspection--both in the frequency of the occurrences, and in the extent of their invasive intrusions. The...

It is hard to say, based on how you have worded your post, and also without seeing the actual documents. If the addendum was written in such a way...

Do I need a lawyer for small claims court

No, you do not necessarily need a lawyer for small claims court, but if you would feel more comfortable with one, and are willing to pay one to...

Sit down with your attorney to discuss the breakdown of fees and expenses, or ask for an itemized listing of the same in an email or first-class...

Probably either a bank loan or home equity loan would be the ways to finance the legal representation. In North Carolina's larger population...

Motion to strike affirmative defense in federal court

Based only on what you have written, and without having seen the pleadings of your litigation matter, it does not appear that you would have...

Deposition

Check with your lawyer about this, but generally the deponent should stay "on script" and answer narrowly (but truthfully) the specific questions...

How can one protect a minors estate from his own mother?

I commend you for your loyal friendship to your friend and his minor son. This will require a close looking over by a probate, estate planning or...

In the absence of a spouse, both a surviving child and a surviving parent would be considered next of kin relatives. In the event of a minor...