On Appeal, if I request oral argument can I do it to just to answer the justices questions?

It depends on your local court's rules, but in most if not all jurisdictions in the United States, oral argument is your last chance to persuade. ...

Should my boyfriend file an appeal on his parental rights being terminated?

Yes, he should definitely appeal. As long as the cut-off of communication wasn't your boyfriend's fault, the court should have ruled that his...

If what you mean is a petition for writ of certiorari, the other side is allowed 30 days to respond. After that, it's hard to tell how long the...

Can a court appointed attorney accept payment.

No. In applying for court-appointed fees, the attorney must sign a certification in the fee application that he has not received any money from...

Why does my appeal docket say "entire case sent to akron"? ,when my case is out of lorain county

It's hard to tell without more information, or a consultation, at least over the phone.

Can an appeal in a child custody case include evidence that was not submitted during trial? How likely is a different decision?

Your "appeal" is actually an objection to the magistrate's decision. The difference is more than semantic. You are now taking the case to the...

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Why was a person who has mental issues made to talk before the alj judge and the lawyer just sits there doing nothing

I agree with Attorney Galick. I need more facts, if you're considering an appeal.

I was not allowed to give all of my testimony. Can I charge the judge with interfering with testimony?

You may well have valid points, but a lawyer would be able to determine if the judge acted correctly, or not, in excluding your testimony. I, and...

I need a document "translated" from the 6th circuit court... was his appeal approved or denied?

Denied, assuming "his" refers to the petitioner-defendant. The federal judge has denied the habeas corpus petition, and further, has denied even...

Can you appeal a custody case in a different state than what you live in?

From what you say, it appears that the other state has jurisdiction over the custody matter, and other states must defer to that custody...