An attorney I want to hire first insists that I pay him (make a bank transfer) first without providing me with a contract

If anyone (especially an attorney) said that you must deposit money before reviewing and understanding the contract, I would not use their services.

How to void a ratified contract.

That depends on the contract terms. If it allowed you to rescind the contract because it does not fit your needs, you can follow the notice...

Can I legally start a crowd funding page that would intermediate donations from "backers" to marijuana farmers in Colorado?

As noted by my colleagues, this is a complicated question and it is not possible to provide a yes or no answer without considerably more research....

Can I over rule my brothers medical proxy?

My colleague is correct. If the appointment was made when your brother of sound mind that is binding. You can contact him and suggest that he...

Can on line payday lender threaten to take me to jail file a hold with div and charge me with grand larceny ?

This is one of the standard lies told by collectors. These claims are false and violate the FDCPA. Google that to learn the rules and speak with a...

How to report start - up expenses later reimbursed to a member of a multi - member LLC ?

These are accounting questions. I hope the LLC has a solid operating agreement. I spend about half my time resolving matters for clients who did...

Do I admit evidence to a mediator the same as I would a judge ?

You should have a mediation agreement and that should note that all discussions with the mediator are confidential. As a general rule, anything you...

Can landlord terminated the lease??

Your rights depend almost entirely on the lease terms and an attorney will need to review that and other facts to tell you what to do and how to...

Can I back out of a membership agreement for a vacation club purchased in the dominican republic.

The only way to know is by hiring an attorney who has expertise in time share and club agreements and terms. An attorney must review all documents...

That depends on many more facts and review of the governing documents. Hire an attorney.