I paid a lawyer to represent me on a case in 2010. After 2 court dates he got arrested. I am wondering if I can redeem my money.

Maybe. Depends on what was done and results obtained. Contact attorney and work it out with him. need more information to opine further.

Is this statue waiver valid in California?

Yes. You can waive the SOL. Waiver is valid. Consult BK counsel.

Limited options at this stage. Too late to answer the original claim. Also too late to utilize ADR because judgment has been entered. You may...

Title: Can I file Bankruptcy using $175k exemption if I purchased my house within last 3 years?

Yes. Based on facts you provided, you are entitled to $175,000 exemption. Need more facts to opine on other options available to you.

Can I file Bankruptcy using $175k exemption if I purchased my house within last 3 years?

Yes. Based on facts you provided, you are entitled to $175,000 exemption. Need more facts to opine on other options available to you.

What can i do

Contact bank manager and demand return of money and removal of bad credit report and entry into Chex system.

Can I avoid a lein that was due to a BK discharge Franchise Tax Board and a judgment Citibank

Yes and No. Citibank lien. May be avoided if you were eligible to discharge the debt and the lien impairs an exemption. Citibank may be avoided...

How do I refute a collection that was sent to the Tax Board?

Immediately file claim of exemption. If you do not owe the debt, you may file motion to set aside the judgment. Consult BK counsel.

What do I do if someone is filing for a default judgment? is there any response I can take to counter it before it is confirmed?

You must file an answer immediately and before the default has been entered. Consult BK counsel.

I am on Medicaid, my mother added me as joint on her co-op condo a couple of years ago (no probate). She recently passed.

California does not have Medicaid. California has Medi-Cal, which is CA equivalent of Medicaid. You must disclose the amount received. Funds you...