Judge ordered ex to settle to finalize divorce after a short marriage, and he didn't offer any kind of settlement?

You can make an offer. (Remember, an offer is a starting point, so you may want to "pad" the offer a bit. If that doesn't work, go back to the...

Judge keeps saying "the court stands on its (or the) written word. What does that mean?

All orders must be written down and entered. So, if your friend goes to court and the court makes an oral ruling, it needs to be written down and...

Which states laws apply when a CA resident dies without a will and has tenancy in common real estate property in MI?

The laws of the state where the land is located, in this case Michigan, control, when there is no will or just a will. Your father's wife can sign...

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Can 3 children sell a house they inherited from their deceased dad, while the 4th mentally ill brother is in jail?

Your question has lots of interesting overtones in it. Your four sons own the house, but you live in it. If you are renting it from them, you...

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I agree with Mr. Gornbein. You should consult with a lawyer as soon as possible.

Should a creditor's lawyer demand attorney fees before I even get sued?

At this stage, you are negotiating. If the lawyer can successfully negotiate to recover attorney fees at this stage, so be it. You did not say...

My client needs copy of divorce paperwork from '96 from Contra Costa County. She doesnt read or write. How can we get this?

Court files are generally maintained by the county clerk. So, you could start by checking with the county clerk to see if the clerk can find a...

Can I sue hospice of Michigan for making me wash my deceased client's body?

I agree with Mr. Frederick. However, you could talk with a lawyer who handles personal injury cases, if you wish. I suggest you talk to your...

I agree with Mr. Gornbein. Interests in retirement accounts are generally transferred by a Qualified Domestic Relations Order. However, you...

I have been taking care of my elderly mother on a almost full time basis. My house is 20 minutes away, so I can see her often.

I think you should talk with your mother about seeing a lawyer who specializes in elder law. It may be important for your mother to work with such...