You need to consult an appellate specialist. What you probably want is an order of dismissal, signed by the judge. In some cases a minute order...

Your question is confusing. I have never heard of a "second round response" or a response that consists solely of a declaration. Motion practice...

For mail service, you must add 5 days to the statutory time of 70 days for notice. So, if it was not served by mail 75 days prior to the hearing,...

It is a "special" appearance, not "especially." A defendant appears "specially" to quash service of a commons and complaint. It is not a general...

An attorney would have to review the docket and download certain documents to advise you. In most cases, the prevailing party prepares the judgment...

Motions For Summary Judgment In civil case of 25k?

You need to read CCP 473c. MSJs have strict timing and procedural requirements, but if a trial has not been set, you're probably in the clear if...

Are declarations made by a party in a court case protected from defamation claims?

"Are things written in declarations protected from defamation claims?" Yes, they are protected by the litigation privilege and perhaps others. Your...

A judgment survives the death of the plaintiff. It belongs to plaintiff's successor-in-interest. The LLC may be a single-member LLC--not a sole...

You mention nothing about the size of the retainer, the attorney's hourly rate, or the services that were billed. From my perspective, you were...

Can a Fake Corporation file a civil complaint?

It can, and did. Your obligation was to defend the action, not ignore it. There could be a defect in the corporate name or the one you searched...