You may have to sue your former business partner.

Without service you do not need to answer. If the claim service you may want to respond with a motion to quash or other pleading. Watch the court...

You should. Check the court records on line.

Some debt relief companies are scams but in any event your involvement does not prevent bankruptcy. Consult with experienced bankruptcy attorneys.

There are negatives to consenting to a judgment. Instead make sure the judgment will not be filed unless you default in a payment plan.

It may be a scam. Whenever one is unsure, give no information, demand proof in writing (do not give your address or other information),...

While you may have had a legal malpractice case, the time has likely expired. Consult with experienced malpractice attorneys to review all the facts.

It may be time to find a new attorney. [Consult with and hire another attorney before firing your current attorney]. You can challenge the fees...

Either file for fee arbitration or bring a lawsuit.

There may be good reasons to add the children. Ask for an explanation. You speaking with the mediator may or may not be your right or not but...