"Prayers for relief" are what you wish the court to do in order to right the wrong. If you do not have one already, you need an attorney ASAP....

In a law suit and at the first hearing, if NO defendants turn up what happens to the plaintiff? Default judgmnt in his favour?

You should consult a litigation attorney, preferably one who does work in your area and / or has experience in the court hearing your case.

What legal papers do I need to get copies of court documents on someone who is incarcerated?

Consult an attorney. There are concerns in seeking and once you are appointed through a POA even if "limited".

You need an attorney to go through the facts, evidence and what exactly transpired that is documented.

How to resolve city code violations on rental home found after lease was signed?

Consult a real estate or landlord / tenant attorney. Texas and most states require certain standards of properties leased for residential purposes.

As Power Of Attorney am I liable for their debts/expenses?

You need a defense attorney and perhaps a business attorney to consult as well. There are filing deadlines as well as ways to avoid added costs...

I have a pass-through LLC (Texas) under which was operated a dba restaurant with a lease. Do I need to file bankruptcy?

You need to sit down with your records and an attorney to discuss. You may have a provision in your lease to terminate or cancel. There are many...

How do I give someone part of my LLC in the future with vesting required?

You should contact a lawyer and a CPA. Without any further details, a preliminary option would be a buy-in option you enter into by between this...

The other Tenant on my lease has been smoking marijuana in the apartment along with selling.

Consult a local attorney. Generally, in Texas, too bad. Co-tenants are like partners in a business, and you're stuck with them.

Tenant agreed to do repairs on the house for reduced rent and now wants to deduct repairs from rent payments.

You should have an attorney review the lease and any communications with the tenant.