What can I do when a lawyer does a bad job and "sells me out"?

You are the boss. Fire your lawyer and hire someone else. You also have the right to complain to the California State Bar if there is a breach...

I will be attending an observation Friday in the very family law dept. I'll be in on Mon. I didn't have enough time to file

Your question does not say what kind of hearing is scheduled for Monday and it is a bit confusing since you indicate you filed first. What did you...

Will it show up on a background check?

It looks like you were not even arrested. It looks like you were taken in for investigation under Penal Code section 849(b). You could request a...

You should never admit to any criminal activity in a post. This is an open forum accessible to anyone, including law enforcement and district...

Status of civil harassment order

Documents in Civil cases are online in Los Angeles. Family law documents are not on line in Los Angeles. Enter the website for the court and...

If a guy comes in to a drug conspiracy 3 years later and was there a short time. Is he going to be able to get lesser time.

You should never admit to any criminal activity in a post. This is an open forum accessible to anyone, including law enforcement and district...

Facing foreclosure as a result of a default on my HELOC, and my sister is willing to help me pay off the debt but need help!

It is important to know when was the Notice of Default filed. When is the trustee sale scheduled for. If your sister has the funds to pay off the...

I have a 7 yr old daughter and im not on the birth certificate? my family and i have been in her life since she was a baby.

You are not legally recognized as the father yet. This is why you have to file a complaint to establish paternity, a request for orders regarding...

I got caught shoplifting baby items in H@M ( $206.00). Possible punishment consequences ?

With a good lawyer, no jail time even if you cop a plea. I agree with my colleagues as to the other possible consequences. You could try a civil...

TRANSFER OF PROPERTY (QUICK CLAIM DEED)

Minors can not own property. Even if they could, they can't legally enter into contracts or sign the legal documents related to the property. ...