Questions answered by Robert Harlan Stempler

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I'm a defendant in a civil contract case and think service of process was defective. Is this a defense if I've filed an answer?

Robert's answer | Answered on June 26, 2014

Every one, at some point, makes mistakes. However, court clerks are forbidden by law from giving legal advice to parties. Often, advice from a...

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I am being sued by a Collection Agency.

Robert's answer | Answered on June 26, 2014

This is how it is being handled in Limited Civil Collection cases in Los Angeles County. The date set for the OSC does not pertain to the debtor's...

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Is there a way to fix this?

Robert's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

Is it possible that you posted this to Avvo.com because you suspect that you may have some legal recourse, due to misrepresentations, fraud, or...

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Why didn't my settlement dismiss on file?

Robert's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

These debt collection agencies have so many debts they are trying to enforce in courts and collect, that they neglect to complete the process when...

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Got wage garnishment and not legally served. Need an attorney.

Robert's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

You will need to set aside the default judgment pronto, no later than 90 days from when you learned of this lawsuit/judgment and proof of your...

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CA State Court credit card lawsuit with debt buyer plaintiff, debt around $3000.

Robert's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

This is typical of what occurs when a party represents him or herself against a party who has an attorney. The results can be losing a case due to...

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I am thinking of filing chapter 7 but I owe only one company money but it is a large amount for an old credit card.

Robert's answer | Answered on June 24, 2014

Options to bankruptcy include settlement of the debt, which would result in the filing of a "Satisfaction of Judgment in Full," so that the...

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Trial is coming up pretty soon. When do I disclose my witnesses? We already exchanged expert witnesses but how about regular

Robert's answer | Answered on June 24, 2014

The judge handling the trial or the Local Rules of the Superior Court for that county usually cover such details, often available online at the...

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What type of lawyer would I need to consult if being sued for student loan non payment/breach of contract?

Robert's answer | Answered on June 24, 2014

A debt collection defense attorney is the correct type of lawyer for a collection case. Be aware of the 30 day time limit on responding to such...

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I am being sued by a Debt Collector and want to Fight It.

Robert's answer | Answered on June 23, 2014

If a debt collector is involved, then the lawsuit must be filed by a lawyer in Superior Court. If it is under $25,000, then the rules are known as...

Robert Harlan Stempler's Answers (6255)

I'm a defendant in a civil contract case and think service of process was defective. Is this a defense if I've filed an answer?

I am being sued by a Collection Agency.

Is there a way to fix this?

Why didn't my settlement dismiss on file?

Got wage garnishment and not legally served. Need an attorney.

CA State Court credit card lawsuit with debt buyer plaintiff, debt around $3000.

I am thinking of filing chapter 7 but I owe only one company money but it is a large amount for an old credit card.

Trial is coming up pretty soon. When do I disclose my witnesses? We already exchanged expert witnesses but how about regular

What type of lawyer would I need to consult if being sued for student loan non payment/breach of contract?

I am being sued by a Debt Collector and want to Fight It.