I need an attorney to represent my son with a civil malpractice suit against his former defense attorney

I can hardly wait to see what you add in your FOURTEEN question.

Do companies sue users of tube sites after having sent dmca takedown notices to the site?

Yes, and them too.

Are there any dangers in getting free advice from a friend who is an attorney, versus paying for a consultation?

No disadvantages ... go for the freebie.

Is it legal to ask a lawyer for money to keep quiet about his unethical behavior?

No, it is extortion / blackmail. He needs a wake-up. Report him to the Bar and file a fee dispute.

Is it legal in Montebello CA to park RV on the street?

Probably. Were there signs about street sweeping? Weight limits? Did you exceed the 72-hour rule? What did the ticket...

Can I request that someone stop posting libelous comments on Facebook without actually suing them?

If you son didn't commit the crime, suggest that she Google "libel per se" and "slander per se".

Can I press charges against this person

Get a restraining order, report her stalking and hacking to the police, and change all your passwords to something secure. I've got to wonder...

How are text messages treated in court?

With proper authentication, yes.

Statute, Black's Law Dictionary, Websrets, common usage. More or less in that order.

I bid on a ring on a Gov. auction the ring was worth $65000.00 to 125000 & I won it for $ 600.00 they sent me a invoice for 845.

Immediately change your paypal password.