Represenation?

I agree with Mr. Berkus. Unless you suffered some harm or detriment due to the withdrawal this is fine. Think of it as a free extended consultation.

Can an attorney charge you for time answering a email before they were chosen to represent you or have a contract?

If you have a few dispute with your attorney you should report it to the state bar.

My brother is executor and trustee of our mother's will and estate. He may have caused her death. Shouldn't he resign from both?

I'm sorry to hear about your mother. California Probate Code Section 250 doesn't allow a beneficiary to recover if that beneficiary intentionally...

Definitely wait until discharge. You will get plenty of credit card offers shortly after filing. You will be able to start rebuilding your credit...

How do civil cases turn out when plaintiff's suit is proven as totally meritless and vindictive?

It likely won't go to trial if it is as one-sided as you state.

It depends what the book is used for. Any IP attorney will need many more facts to provide you with an answer. Get yourself an IP attorney and...

I need a lawyer with free consultation for copyright infringement ?

A book copyright is obtained upon completion. Did you finish it first? If you have a registered copyright then yes get yourself a local IP...

This sounds standard. Are you pro per? Often your attorney can submit these documents for you.

Are the powers of a temporary conservatorship limited compared to a permanent one?

Possibly. An attorney would likely need to see your documents in order to provide an accurate answer. Get yourself a local attorney as many offer...

I created a logo and someone else is trying to pass it off as theirs?

Did you make it within the scope of your former position with your former employer? If so, that likely presents an issue. How did your former...