Paid retainer for divorce but decided to stay together before final. Am I entitled to remainder of retainer not used up?

Depends, varies from each state.Look at your contract as to retainer non-refundable.

If a family law judge has not made an order 4 weeks after a hearing, what is the proper procedure?

File a motion for a judicial case management. Always contact J A first

New service required. You amended the original complaint. If opposing counsel doesnt accept service, you must serve. Technically you should of...

20 years is correct. Bankruptcy is not a way out

Do we need a lawyer for "Notice to appear", Posession of alcohol under 21.

You should hire a lawyer to make sure there is no conviction. If he is a student the Leon County SAO should offer him diversion.

I am facing my first marijuana possession charge less than 20 g and paraphernalia. what are my likely penalties.

In all probability you will be a candidate for diversion. This usually includes a drug evaluation and random screens. Once you complete the...

Do I need a public defender?

Request a Public defender at first appearance. If you hire a private attorney before your parents contact law enforcement, and attorney may be able...

You can be violated for sleeping. The P.O. should of called your friend in addition to knocking on the door. A hearing will determine if the...

A friend of mine has just been violated on felony probation technical he had as a probation condition a drug class or program

Usually you can work out an agreement with your probation officer. It doesn't sound like a technical violation. Was he violated and charged with...

Read the statute. If its Cape Coral Court you should be able to get the case dismissed if you have changed the lights out. Request a judicial...