Is there suppose to some kind of ethics involved during an initial attorney and prospect client consultation?

I fear that you are looking at this from the wrong perspective. As an ethical matter, attorneys must (or at least should) obtain the names of...

Should I hire an attorney for an upcoming oral argument at the 9th circuit? Or file a motion to waive the oral argument?

As there is no "right" to oral argument in the 9th Circuit, I assume that the Court has already send you an "invitation" to argue. Assuming that...

Can my girlfriend sue for negligence if she suffers psychological issues from constant bullying in high school?

She may have claims against the school for failing to protect her (assuming that someone in a position of authority knew or learned about the...

Is there any supporting legal authority that a writ for a discovery order should be filed within 60 days from order entry?

The "60 day" rule is tied to the normal time period for filing a notice of appeal; california courts have held that writ petitions should normally...

How can I file an appeal to restraining order in California if I live in another state

If you did not appear at the hearing to defend yourself, you have little to nothing to appeal from, because you did not offer legal or factual...

First things first: many orders cannot be appealed. Others can only be "appealed" by way of a petition for writ of mandate, which is a very...

How can I file an appeal on a child custody court order in STANISLAUS COUNTY?

As my colleagues already stated, an appeal is a complex procedure. Other than the initial Notice of Appeal and other preliminary paperwork that...

An appeal will not provide you the relief you want. An appeal is not a new trial (so it does not matter that you had evidence supporting your...

How long do I have to appeal from a divorce? What forms are required?

I have read your question and the attorneys' responses three times and I am still confused. I do not know what you are trying to "appeal" from. ...

It is not that the case information statement (CIS) is a jurisdictional document, but that by rule of court the court of appeal loses jurisdiction...