Questions answered by William Patrick Lee IV

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If defendants forget to include any/all affirmative defenses in their answer, are those affirmative defenses waived?

William's answer | Answered on January 25, 2017

An answer may be amended, but not just any time. Each court has its own set of rules governing this action. Typically these are available online....

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When one party defrauds the court to win a large settlement in divorce, leaving the other with zero, then proof is found

William's answer | Answered on January 25, 2017

New evidence or change of condition is cause for a judge to review/revise an order. If witness will testify that they perjured themselves, a court...

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Stop garnishment

William's answer | Answered on January 25, 2017

Have you seen your mother's signature on the documents? If so, is it accurate? If not, then service was not clearly perfected. If it is her...

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If I file an amended family court petition, does my time to serve run from the date of the original or the amended petition?

William's answer | Answered on January 25, 2017

Playing fast and loose with deadlines is a dangerous game. Consider talking to counsel in AZ directly about the issue. Even if you only pay for...

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How can I get a continuance, have less than a week?

William's answer | Answered on January 25, 2017

A continuance by agreement would be the path of least resistance. If you are unable to obtain the agreement, consider hiring a lawyer. If you...

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Cant fire my public defender.

William's answer | Answered on January 25, 2017

Request to go before the judge to explain the situation. Get your attorney's refusal in writing. Repost in criminal defense for more specific...

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What is the outcome?

William's answer | Answered on January 25, 2017

I agree with my colleagues, if you simply rely on an AVVO attorney's speculation, you do so at your own peril. Contact an attorney in CA and get...

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Is the motion to default the same thing as a motion to stay in civil court in virginia

William's answer | Answered on January 25, 2017

They are two different motions. One is to reset the court date for a later date (stay) and default is a motion filed to obtain a judgment if the...

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A motion was filed on a "dad's" molestation case, motion filed to take child into custody by the state, why might that motion

William's answer | Answered on January 25, 2017

The child was likely taken into custody by the state because there was fears for his safety. Whyit happened when it did is near impossible to answer.

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Why did they set a court arrangement for fingerprints before my actual court hearing

William's answer | Answered on January 25, 2017

Are you talking about being fingerprinted in jail prior to being brought before a judge? If so, it's an identification system designed to keep...

William Patrick Lee IV's Answers (185)

If defendants forget to include any/all affirmative defenses in their answer, are those affirmative defenses waived?

When one party defrauds the court to win a large settlement in divorce, leaving the other with zero, then proof is found

Stop garnishment

If I file an amended family court petition, does my time to serve run from the date of the original or the amended petition?

How can I get a continuance, have less than a week?

Cant fire my public defender.

What is the outcome?

Is the motion to default the same thing as a motion to stay in civil court in virginia

A motion was filed on a "dad's" molestation case, motion filed to take child into custody by the state, why might that motion

Why did they set a court arrangement for fingerprints before my actual court hearing