Background check company messed up. Can we take action for defamation/negligence?

Probably not, if what they did was in good faith. Now that you've cleared it up, talk to the folks you applied with.

Should I sue Marriott for chapter 13 violations during/after discharge in small claims court or somewhere else?

If what you say is correct, small claims court is not where you plead a case for violation of the discharge injunction.

Do cops have to physically hand u a search warrant or can they leave u a copy of what they took?

If you're not present, in most instances they can execute on the warrant.

It really depends. If your damages are significant enough and the conversation with the contractor doesn't solve it, find a real estate attorney...

If DHS has been called and there is a false accusation can you sue for defimation of character?

In most cases, no. There would have to be particularly egregious facts.

Convicted of possession w/ intent in 2005, discharged in 2008. Can it still be held against me during my job search?

This is not like a credit report rating. It will not "clear off" your record, with the exception of the deferred judgment option others have...

I was divorced in Nebraska, and we now live in Iowa. In which state do I re-litigate my child custody arrangement?

Yes, there is further to add. It depends on how long you have lived there and where the child lives. That will answer your question.

Ex wife has filed a motion to enforce court order.

We can't predict the outcome of a court order with such a scant recitation of facts. If you want to know your chances, you will need to consult...

My girlfriend and I are living together, shes going threw a divorce and i have a class D felony. Could he use that against her i

Depends mostly on the facts underlying the felony.

Is there any Lawyer I can call just to talk and get a little insightt on a case

You can also look for local attorneys in your area with experience in this area of the law (whatever that may be).