Why do some Attorney's say it only take 30-45 days for social security to approve a disability claims vs a longer wait period?

The length of time to an award of Social Security benefits depends most importantly on the nature of the alleged impairment(s). Some are, by their...

What are my grounds for custody?

Custody courts must consider a wide variety of factors to determine what custody arrangement serves the best interests of the child. While the...

Seeking a real estate attorney to file a complaint, motion and judgement for a QUIET TITLE. Anyone interested?

Feel free to use the Avvo "Find a Lawyer" function. The Q&A is not intended for attorney recruitment (or client solicitation either).

Can you receive attorney fees if you handled a settelment case yourself?

No, an award of attorney's fees is almost universally a reimbursement for attorney's fees actually incurred.

What is attorney trust account? I am contacting a real estate lawyer for buying a house.

Attorneys maintain trust accounts for the safekeeping of funds that do not belong to the attorney. Safety is rarely an issue.

In 2009 had a bankruptcy, now about to go through divorce. Will I be able to file for bankruptcy again once the divorce is final

You are correct on the 8-year rule as to a subsequent Chapter 7 petition. Be aware also, that the ability to discharge divorce related debts may...

Indeed, dating during separation can mushroom into a problem, especially where children are involved. Remember, the information that has been...

As a general rule, child support is only ordered prospectively, and only in favor of the other biological parent. If there is already a child...

Can i petition the court on my behalf over my daughters credit card debt? they garniised my accout

Bad news: you have just discovered what a bad idea it is to be putting someone else's name on a bank account for "just in case." Legally as to the...

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Does a will need to be filed with the county upon its writing? If not, how about upon the death of the 'author' of the will?

Unless a will has been "recorded," which is quite rare, it is confidential to the testator until death. Upon death the proper procedure is for the...