Can i just hire someone else to do the job based on his agreement on the phone or do i need a written agreement to void the con

It sounds like you two mutually agreed, before any work commenced, that this agreement no longer exists, or that, if it does, either of you can...

Can Specific Distributions in a trust (before remaining assets are distributed) be made monthly or in installments?

I think you are likely correct, since that is the manner in which most distributions similar to yours would be made, but ultimately, the wording of...

What type of attorney would I need for this type of case?

Any time you are contemplating a lawsuit, you want a good civil litigator, generally. Since we are talking about a state government agency that is...

Is it legal for my son's atty to subpoena people not involved in the situation where actual charges were assessed & why would he

The attorney could have subpoenaed anyone with direct knowledge of the situation, even if they were not personally involved in the transactional...

Renting to two students or a family of two Which one is preferable?

The answer to this question really depends, not on the law, but on the specific people before you. To the extent that you can appropriately, vet...

I need help with an illegal default judgment motion

Attorney Morelos's answer is excellent. At this point, your options are narrowing since you did not respond to the substantive allegations of the...

What legal options do I have?

If the facts are more numerous and complicated than the ones you stated in your post, I would recommend a consultation with an employment law...

It is possible, depending on the facts. Rule 13(e) of the North Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure states: "Counterclaim maturing or acquired after...

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How can I sue him for slander and defamation of character?

I recommend Avvo's "Find a Lawyer" research tool. You can find litigators in and near your hometown who handle slander and libel cases, and...

Yes, law firms can own real estate, and I know a few that do, and who depend on commercial rent payments to augment law practice revenues. Make...