Can I file a restraining order/protective order against an attorney for his client?

A restraining order is for situations where there have been recent cases of harassment. For example, if someone threatens another with physical...

Do I need to file a Declaration with my Reply/Objection to Notice of Opposition to my Claim of Exemption (Bank Levy)?

Filing a declaration as part of reply papers is not necessarily required. Remember, however, that a declaration is a way of bringing evidence to...

Should I ignore this letter from Palmer's, Reifler & Associates?

It would be impossible to answer this question without a real "back and forth" conversation with you. However, the better practice is usually not...

Hi, I got a summons for a default cc and car loan. I arranged monthly payments with creditor. Do I still show up to court?

Yes. As of right now you have all of the responsibilities associated with being a defendant in a lawsuit. If you have been served with a complaint...

By what grounds and circumstances would a court deny a Motion for Summary Judgment and grant the alternative Motion for Summary

If there is even one issue of material fact in dispute, the Court will deny the motion for summary judgment. The adjudication motion might still be...

Can you explain to me when you sign a stipulation form in small claims court. What are agreeing to?

There are different types of "Stipulations" that you could have signed such as one settling your case. However, the court might be referring the...

I wouldn't do it because if not unethical, a lawyer should-in all cases-avoid even the appearance of impropriety. There is something unseemly about...

What happens to my case if I do not show up for the conferences/hearings that the court set in my upcoming UD jury trial case?

Yes. Quite possibly that could happen. In some courts if you do not appear for a hearing the judge will set another hearing called an order to show...

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I received court documents that the atty dated the 27 and the affidavit for proof of service is the 26. Do I have to ans?

It would be too easy if that were the case. Remember that if the discovery was sent to you via regular mail you have an extra 5 days to respond to...

Questions about continuances are difficult to answer with great specificity. That is because each judge has different ways of looking at whether or...