Hi, Can anyone confirm whether mediation is mandatory, or if a civil matter can be set down for trial without it ?

Most judges favor it and I know I have sometimes settled cases that neither I (as the mediator) nor the parties/counsel thought would settle. If...

Do I need a bad debt attorney for an upcoming trial?

Did the "terms and conditions" document have what purports to be your signature? From what you have laid out, a MSJ might be viable. I might want...

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If one arbitrator ruled in favor of the Claimant on a motion for summary judgment and an entirely different arbitrator ruled in

If a majority of the panel felt that there was no material issue of fact and the rules under which you are arbitrating allow a summary award under...

In a 1.540(b) Circuit Crt MOTION the last day to file within the 1 year (365 days) period (not a leap year) falls on a Saturday>

There is a rule on calculation of deadlines that covers this exact question. I can't access the rules at this moment but in state court a deadline...

Does a judge want to know if he/ she made a mistake ?

There are avenues to address errors but most of them close quickly. Consult with counsel ASAP.

If you are not sued and have no liability there should be no DIRECT effect on you, but as Mr. Castagliuolo notes, it will still impact you if your...

As others have suggested, as your lawyer to ask the other side to agree to it. If it was me, if I thought having your husband there would help you...

My mom passed three months ago and left no will. she put moneys in joint accounts with my sisters to be divided.

If there is any issue about undue influence or lack of capacity, that could be explored. If your mom was doing what she intended to do of her own...

How is a motion hearing worded in a Florida dissolution of marriage case?

Contact the JA and ask the judge's procedure on this. Have the case number and other details ready.

My sibling was the executor of my parent's will. She has all the records and has not given me the money left to me.What do I do?

You don't mention what the assets are or how long probate has been open. Depending on time frame may be time to ask for accounting as already...