If the Defendant leaves a few messages on my cell ph voicemail acknowledging that he owes me $, can I use as evidence at hrg?

You can try to use this as evidence but you may have trouble authenticating it. You should try to bring the voicemails themselves.

If an Unlawful Detainer is filed, is the attorney served or party being sued, in Palm Springs CA?

You have to serve the party being sued.

Can I find an attorney who works on contingency basis for a wrongful termination (Employment) case. No proceeds, No fees ?

Yes, you can find an attorney who offers this. A full consultation would be necessary to properly advise you.

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My partner in business stole the business, can any attorney accept my case without down payment and take his fees as percentage

If there is no written contract here, it is going to be a difficult case and likely not one an attorney will take on a contingency. However, you...

Unless you are a business entity, you never need an attorney to sue in Superior Court. It is recommended but not necessary.

I have two witnesses that will testify Defendant told them he owed me money; can I add their decls to sm claims initial papers?

You should have them show up. If they voluntarily willing to come, there is no need to subpoena them.

I am being sued over verbal agreement.

They can certainly sue you, but if utilities were not a part of your contract, you should gather the evidence that shows what was a part of your...

If i worked for an "at will" private employer...do I have ANY legal grounds for wrongful or fraudulent termination?

Based on what you have stated, this would not be illegal, even if what your employer told you was untrue.

Can I answer complaint with motion for summary judgment or do I have to wait for discovery? Demurrer?

You can't file an MSJ in response to a complaint. You can file a demurrer, answer, or motion to strike.

The court ordered an answer to be filed and served by a certain date. Can you serve by regular mail on that day?

Yes, you can serve by regular mail on that day.