My wife broke up with me/wants to divorce. What is my next move?

Read Attorney Morelos' advice very carefully, as it contains very useful general guidance. For specific steps, such as a possible separation...

Is common law marriage recognized in North Carolina?

No, our state does not recognize common law marriage. Attorney Hatley's suggestion of counsel with respect to your personal or real property...

Can i be sued twice?

It depends. If the potential suit is for the same cause of action as before, the answer is no. This is called "claim preclusion," and this would...

Just curious. What is an acceptable number of clients for a solo practitioner with one litigation paralegal?

It is a thoughtful question. Before you approach your boss, consult the Florida version of the rules of professional conduct. The general rule on...

Can I get guardianship over my mother at the court house without an attorney? What would I have to do?

You can attempt this on your own, but you could have much more peace of mind if you entrusted this matter into the hands of experienced counsel. ...

I agree with all prior counsel--Attorneys Isquith and Tencza from a general perspective, and Attorney Collins from a jurisdiction-specific (NC)...

Wanting to know if an estate has to be opened or not

Thank you for your question. Inquire at the Clerk of Superior Court, Estates Division, of whichever county in which your father had his domicile...

I am looking for a lawyer in the North Carolina Durham area to deal with a lawsuit on a car purchase.

Certainly. Using Avvo's "Find a Lawyer" tool, you can find lawyers in Durham, Raleigh, Creedmoor, Franklinton, Garner, Wake Forest, or any of the...

If you pay a lawyer to appear in court with you to make an argument for withhold (at COP)

Maybe, but maybe not. The lawyer may have had some reason that occurred to him while he was sitting in the courtroom--or at least he might argue...

If the other defendant did not conduct business in NC and has not ies to NC can they be a defendant in NC as well?

The party who did no business in, nor owns property in, nor has contacts with, North Carolina, is unlikely to be successfully sued in North...