What do I do when unknown people in the neighborhood dumps mattresses/furniture on my rental property (periodically)?

I hate when that happens. The dumping is a crime. You don't prosecute, but the police do if they choose to. You could file a civil suit for...

Funds are now "Free of Trust", but the sale of real estate is preventing distribution, is a partial distribution legal?

You should really have an attorney review the trust to properly advise you. You should also have a frank discussion with the successor trustee.

How long can I stay?

If she or you doesn't move after 3 days, they must sue you in eviction court and there will be a hearing. Keep in mind that costs rise as time...

You should have an arborist prune the roots of the mulberry tree at the property line. Technically they are trespassing. On the honeysuckle, you...

What are our chances of getting our ec dep back?

The other two attorneys provided excellent answers. Hopefully you have photos and witnesses.

I'm a tenant and should I pay for, or be responsible for carpet cleaning when I move out?

I agree with Ms. Stevens - the answer should be in your lease.

Tenants countered my eviction. What is my next step? Should I hire a lawyer?

Is the son a tenant on the lease? If you don't feel confident to argue for yourselves, you should hire an attorney.

About housing in NYC lost rental apt in flood, sued LL, started to fix apt for me, dept of buildings NYC placed stop work order!

Check with your local bar association. They may offer pro bono assistance.

Can a President of a HOA give special voting privileges to one of the home owners, such as a contingent vote?

I don't know that it is illegal, but if it matters to you, express your disagreement on records.

Possibly, but it is expensive to do so and takes time. The most efficient way to handle this is to have the problem taken care of and present the...