What are the consequences for a lawyer who lies to his client about evidence?

By your reference to a "conviction" I assume that this is a criminal matter. If so, as my colleague states, going after your former lawyer should...

I concur with my colleagues. But an additional wrinkle is that many defamation lawsuits are subject to a special motion to strike (called an...

One ambiguity in your post is whether the lawyer that you retained is a member of a law firm. If so, and subject to any limitations in the...

The Eviction Attorney "Physically" refused to allow me to leave his office by during a meeting?

This is unacceptable and possibly criminal conduct. But the bottom line is that you need an attorney to represent you. If you had one, this would...

Absolutely not. Such testimony would be a substantial breach of an attorney's continuing fiduciary duties to a former client. No court would (or...

If there is a judgement against me that I was not served on or aware can I fight it? A

Your question leaves many questions unanswered. Are you still married? Did your husband respond to the lawsuit and contest it? Was he...

Not necessarily. You will need to confer with opposing counsel and then the judge. The judge stay the case on his or her own motion, or not. If...

Another appeal question...

There is no harm in calling the Superior Court clerk's office to inquire about the status of your record. But be patient. In practical terms,...

How much deference/weight does california rules of court, rule 3.1300(d) have?

A few comments come to mind. First, have you checked the minute order (not only the final order) to confirm that it makes no mention of the...

How do I stop a wage garnishment and file an appeal on a judgement that I don't owe? Can I be sued for a seller carry back?

If you were never served and did not appear in the case, your remedy is not an appeal. Instead, you will likely need to file a motion to vacate...