This skirts very closely to what is called the "unauthorized practice of law," a misdemeanor in many states. I do not know about California, but...

Will

Your mother can name whomever she wants as her executor, as long as that person is qualified to administer a decedent's estate under your state's...

If the testator is still living, there is no way to learn about testamentary changes unless he chooses to disclose them on his own. Otherwise,...

How do I make a business into a partnership (so it's splittable if the partners want to go their separate ways)?

Your contemplated objective can be achieved. You should first consult with a local business lawyer, who can study your business and see how it is...

Can I take my friend to court for owning money to me !?

Generally, when there is a verbal loan agreement in which repayment timetables have not been expressly agreed upon, "a reasonable time" is the...

How do I find an attorney for a " trespass to chattels" case?

Use Avvo's "Find a Lawyer" feature as a vetting resource for counsel in the Portland area. Any general practitioner or civil litigation lawyer,...

Just a thanks for your answer to my question.

If you intended this to be an acknowledgment to a specific lawyer for answering a previous question, you may wish to message that lawyer privately...

The court will not stop you from hiring a new lawyer. The real problem is whether there is time for an alternative lawyer to adequately prepare...

I agree with Attorney Sharkey that signing a quitclaim deed is far safer for you as the ex-wife than signing a special warranty deed. Meet with a...

Can I sue my landlord for not giving the proper time to move out

More information is needed in order to ascertain whether the landlord's conduct was legal. Specifically, we need to know what kind of tenancy you...