Questions answered by Dabney Finch

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The judge granted the motion on behalf of my fiance and not the D.A?

Dabney's answer | Answered on January 29, 2015

I agree with my colleague and would add this is not a question about appeals, because there is no reason to appeal this motion on your fiance's...

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If I didn't put page numbers for my case laws on my table of contents for my appeal brief..is that fatal to my opening brief?

Dabney's answer | Answered on January 23, 2015

It will be up to the court of appeal how it handles this rule infraction, but it is doubtful it will dismiss your appeal with prejudice. I...

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Can I file a motion to withdraw a coerced plea of no contest on the the grounds ineffective counsel past the six month deadline?

Dabney's answer | Answered on January 21, 2015

In People v. Miranda (2004) 123 Cal.App.4th 1124, the Court of Appeal reviewed the legislative history of the 1991 amendment and concluded that the...

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Deadline to file appeal in unlimited civil

Dabney's answer | Answered on January 20, 2015

Usually, although there are exceptions depending on specific circumstances. You should file a notice of appeal with filing fee within 60 calendar...

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Is it of any consequence that Appellant court refused my Civil Appeal Mediation Statement (CAMS) stating it was due Jan 2 & ...

Dabney's answer | Answered on January 20, 2015

I recommend calling the clerk back and asking if anything else was wrongly served, and while you're at it ask the clerk whether the court will...

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Denied UI due to data entry mistakes & warnings, which they state I could have avoided. Is this misconduct or grounds for denial

Dabney's answer | Answered on January 19, 2015

You posted your question in the incorrect practice area. The appeals area has to do with civil, not administrative, appeals. I will repost your...

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I asked this question before but didn't get answer. It's about the service procedures for an appellate brief:

Dabney's answer | Answered on January 18, 2015

You may serve the brief by regular mail the same day it is due and the proof of service would reflect that. There is a judicial council form you...

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Who can represent me a matter of denial of entitlement of 'relocation benefits'?

Dabney's answer | Answered on January 12, 2015

You have not posted your question in the correct practice area. You want assistance from an unlawful detainer specialist. I will change it for you.

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If assigned to a new judge, can there be another trial in a custody case?

Dabney's answer | Answered on January 07, 2015

It is possible to get changes in custody when there has been a change in circumstances. That said, your question should be asked in the...

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Can I use the ruling and the court transcript as a evidence for my scheduled visitation?

Dabney's answer | Answered on December 29, 2014

You may be able to get a copy of the minute order online from the superior court website using your case number. Good luck!

Dabney Finch's Answers (362)

The judge granted the motion on behalf of my fiance and not the D.A?

If I didn't put page numbers for my case laws on my table of contents for my appeal brief..is that fatal to my opening brief?

Can I file a motion to withdraw a coerced plea of no contest on the the grounds ineffective counsel past the six month deadline?

Deadline to file appeal in unlimited civil

Is it of any consequence that Appellant court refused my Civil Appeal Mediation Statement (CAMS) stating it was due Jan 2 & ...

Denied UI due to data entry mistakes & warnings, which they state I could have avoided. Is this misconduct or grounds for denial

I asked this question before but didn't get answer. It's about the service procedures for an appellate brief:

Who can represent me a matter of denial of entitlement of 'relocation benefits'?

If assigned to a new judge, can there be another trial in a custody case?

Can I use the ruling and the court transcript as a evidence for my scheduled visitation?