I moved your question from Debt Collection to appeals. As Mr. Tischhauser says, there are many attorneys that know how to handle such appeals. ...

The first issue is whether you have title. You may or may not need probate proceedings. Once you have title then as my colleagues state you...

Did you get anything in writing about the $45 payment being received and what it was for and whether it would be payment in full?

To answer the question a lawyer would at least need to see the contract. Many lawyers offer a free or inexpensive initial consultation.

As my colleague observes, if a lawyer won’t talk to a client there is a problem. If you’re the problem, stop being the problem. If the lawyer is...

I don’t know the statute or rule of procedure in your state but the Seventh Amendment would prohibit a judge from doing that (as long as your case...

You could tell her you’ll accept her offer if she still wants to settle. Or make a counteroffer that’s better than your last offer to her.

You could try reaching out for a supervisor and ask him or her how the parties can advance the case.

Case management conferences are common. Depends on the judge and the case. You have to get process served. Hire either a private process...

You answered your own question correctly. You need a lawyer immediately. Find one that handles intellectual property litigation. Good luck.