Questions answered by Anne Whalen Gill

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My friend was wrongfully accused and sentenced to life with no parole. How do we start the process of appealing his case?

Anne's answer | Answered on March 21, 2012

You have been given excxellent advice. Get a competent criminal defense appelalte lawyer ASAP. Your trial lawyer should have advised you about...

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If I file a motion, if that's what I do, to waive a superpedas bond what do I say? Undo hardship, would cause bankruptcy, etc.

Anne's answer | Answered on March 21, 2012

As Mr. Harkness stated, a bond is required to stay execution. You sound judgment proof, so you do not have to take action. If the judgment...

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Can a superpedas bond be waived in Colorado if filing an appeal in forma pauperis?

Anne's answer | Answered on March 19, 2012

A supersedeas bond is not required unless you're appealing from county court to district court. There is a separate cost bond of $250, which may...

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I had a disability appeal hearing. Does the judge make a decision that day, and if she did not does that mean I lost my appeal?

Anne's answer | Answered on March 17, 2012

If she said she was going to review the documents, then the decision will take time. Most courts have no deadline for making a decision. ...

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What is judicial misconduct?

Anne's answer | Answered on March 17, 2012

You should consider the quality of the evidence you have, and the manner in which you presented it to the judge. It is possible that one or both...

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Can I file for temp orders if the other parent has stopped responding to any attempt I make to call or visit my son,

Anne's answer | Answered on March 17, 2012

Most courts consider interference with parenting time and kids as an emergency. You should consult with an expereeinced lawyer in your county who...

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HOA lawsuit

Anne's answer | Answered on March 16, 2012

You need to consult with an attorney who is familiar with CCIOA, the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act. Generally, the law favors HOAs, so a...

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Are housing, clothing and additional allowance included when determining child support when on parent is military?

Anne's answer | Answered on March 16, 2012

The LES (Leave and Earning Statement) is the starting point. Then look at BHA (Basic Housing Allowance). There may be other categories to explore...

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Should I pay a maintenance payment due on the day of court?

Anne's answer | Answered on March 16, 2012

All the prior answers are good. I would point out that just because you have a hearing on the due date for the payment does not mean that the...

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How can a 14 1/2 yr old girl emancipate from her father whenhe technically has joint custody with her mother?

Anne's answer | Answered on March 15, 2012

This is an extremely complicated area of law. You should consult with an experienced local family law attorney ASAP. If you cannot afford an...

Anne Whalen Gill's Answers (564)

My friend was wrongfully accused and sentenced to life with no parole. How do we start the process of appealing his case?

If I file a motion, if that's what I do, to waive a superpedas bond what do I say? Undo hardship, would cause bankruptcy, etc.

Can a superpedas bond be waived in Colorado if filing an appeal in forma pauperis?

I had a disability appeal hearing. Does the judge make a decision that day, and if she did not does that mean I lost my appeal?

What is judicial misconduct?

Can I file for temp orders if the other parent has stopped responding to any attempt I make to call or visit my son,

HOA lawsuit

Are housing, clothing and additional allowance included when determining child support when on parent is military?

Should I pay a maintenance payment due on the day of court?

How can a 14 1/2 yr old girl emancipate from her father whenhe technically has joint custody with her mother?