Is it normal to give a lawyer money when he starts a case?

This fee arrangement, called a 'retainer,' is standard operating procedure for any attorney who works and bills out on an hourly basis. It is...

I was served a demand for production but the questions are numbered incorrectly, do i have to answer?

This sounds like an inadvertent typo in the requests. Not only do judges like to see the parties work together to resolve disputes, especially in...

I am Plaintiff in Pro Per, in an Unlimited Civil case. Defendant Demurrer hearing is up coming. What am I to expect.

A demurrer can be used only to challenge defects that appear on the face of the pleading under attack, or from matters outside the pleading that...

Partition can be obtained at trial or by filing a motion for summary judgment.

Do I need a lawyer at mediation to be reinstated to my nonprofit? Suspension is not in bylaws. CA due process was not given.

I agree with Mr. Doland. If the board is not willing to communicate with you or hear you out, you should consider, at minimum, investing in a...

Answer Brief on Merits after Petition for Review granted in CA Supreme Court discuss all issues raised/ Appeals??

Once the petition for review is granted the petitioning party has the option of filing a new brief or filing the same brief that was filed in the...

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How do I proceed with a dismissal request

With a trial date in June, you're past the statutory deadline to give adequate notice of a summary judgment motion. Not enough facts to determine...

Any proposed rule change must be in compliance with the procedures set forth in your HOA's governing documents (e.g., CC&R's, bylaws, etc.) and...

Do I need to file a verified answer to a lawsuit from the city (in California)?

In an action where a state, county or local government entity or agency, or any officer thereof in his or her official capacity is plaintiff, the...

How does a lawsuit dismiss w/o prejudice have an affect on the toll of statuette of limitations?

Dismissing a case, with or without prejudice, does not toll the statute of limitations on your claim(s).