How does a Pro Bono lawyer get paid? (eat?)

Many attorneys offer charitable services to those who need legal representation but cannot afford it. However, this doesn't mean they work for free...

I would like to receive a copy of my own phone records for an upcoming case, and I would like to know how to file a subpoena.

You may consider hiring counsel for this. Generally, you complete the form and the Circuit Clerk will sign it. Then you need to identify who to...

A friend of mine got caught for stealing at his job. They offered him to sign a civil demand letter will he be prosecuted?

Your friend should talk about his situation with an attorney because he was accused of committing a crime, and refrain from signing any document...

If I call Seattle Municipal Court to ask if I have a warrant, could I be tracked and arrested if one exists?

You need to contact a WA attorney immediately if you believe there is an outstanding warrant for your arrest in Seattle. An attorney can confirm...

Because you are out on bond, the court has set conditions of your release from jail pending trial. If you violate those conditions, you will be...

Who do I take to small claims court, my building manager or the painters they hired?

Based on the facts presented, you probably have a claim against both the painters and the management company. Because the court rules in small...

Can I evict a tenant that is not on the current lease?

She is on a month to month lease which can be terminated on 30-days notice. You need to have this notice properly served before the first of any...

Would it be a good idea to hire a lawyer and fight my case for possession of marijuana?

It is ALWAYS worth it to hire an experienced defense attorney to represent you, even if it is your first time getting arrested. And this doesn't...

You should contact an experienced defense attorney any time you are charged with a crime. He or she will be able to properly assess police conduct...

What do I need to file when asked to file a response on a for closure?

Generally, if you have appeared in the case and filed an answer and you are being asked to file a response, then the plaintiff has probably filed a...