What should I ask when looking for a contract attorney?

You should look for a business attorney who is knowledgeable, thorough, competent, and has fair rates.

You can sue for anything, but you don't have a very good claim. What are your damages here? How were you injured?

Retail shop considered for embezzlement or other suspicious activity? Please Help!?

Nothing the wife/CEO are doing is illegal. Unfair maybe, but not illegal.

Can a disbarred attorney be a defendant in a case where he has been served in pro per? The state is California

Yes. Being disbarred has nothing to do with being a defendant in a case. Anybody can get sued, attorney or not. Not sure what you mean by...

I need an attorney that handles Whistleblower case. Is it illegal for employer to retaliate against employee for reporting?

Search Avvo or Google.

When a customer comes into my store, initiates a purchase and signs a contract, must I offer a 3 day right to cancel?

No, you don't have to offer a 3 day right to cancel. That is only for certain types of businesses. See link below....

How to legally become a binding partner in an existing business?

You need to have a thorough agreement, addressing all of the issues.

Is the settlement fee I received correct?

Review your agreement with the lawyer and see what it says.

What is the difference between a Motion to Reopen and an Emergency Motion to Reopen besides the circumstances?

This is a bankruptcy question, you need to consult with an experienced bk attorney.

Can I prevail in small claims court with an independent witness who witnessed that the other driver was clearly at fault?

There is no way to predict what will happen at a small claims hearing. Just be sure to have all your evidence ready and present it the best way...