I am the Plaintiff in a small claims case. Defendant's Attorney filed a response that states, my claim is solely intended to...

Mr. Paulson is correct. The attorney is not engaging in libel, simply an attempt to claim thag your claim is libelous, frivolous, and groundless to...

There is the concept of abatement in Colorado, as there is in most states. However, I do not think that it is applicable in the situation that you...

First advisement, case management in paternity petition

Yes, request a paternity test of him and the child first thing. It is a simple process in which they just take a swab called a buccal swab from...

My cousin has been charged with complicity to arson in the 4th degree. How much time is he facing and why?

Have your cousin hire a good criminal defense attorney in the Cincy area.

Can i be granted divorce and live in the same residence as my ex husband?

Yes

I married in Sept 2009; cc debt $10,000, can i file bankrupcy on my debt only?

Mr. Walton is absolutely correct. You can file alone and seek discharge alone. However, you have to disclose your spouse's income and debt as well.

I am 17 years old and I got caught shoplifting clothes from kohl's. This is my first offense.

If Kohl's recovered the property at the scene, they are not owed any restitution. This is just a demand letter and you have no obligation to pay...

Is it legal for officers to search your vehicle when consent is not given

You need to talk with a criminal defense attorney in NM. There are numerous exceptions for motor vehicles given their inherent mobility and each...

Can I adopt my adult stepdaughter? She has a US permanent residence card and UK citizenship.

Yes

What are the chances that my boyfriend will get prison time or just probation?

Mr. Lowther is absolutely correct. Under the facts that you have stated, he is going to federal prison.