Expungment in different sates

Each state has their own criminal laws, and likewise each has their own procedures for post conviction relief, and each state defines that relief...

I'm sorry to say that yes, he will be charged with statutory rape. I recommend that he speak to a local criminal defense attorney immediately. He...

Is there a law when one parent dies,half of the estate goes to living children?

Texas is a community property state. This means that if someone dies intestate then all of his/her separate property will go to the surviving...

My parents verbally promised me to pay for my entire undergraduate college, can I sue them if they change their minds?

No, you can not sue your parents for changing their minds. From what you have described, your parents have promised you a gift. If they decide not...

Is it costly to retain a lawyer here in Ohio for a past case in another state?

You do not give any information as to what you need an attorney for regarding this past conviction, but whatever it is you need on this matter, you...

How do we get my husbands child support lowered? My husband works full time above minimum wage and still only sees 100 a week.

You need to go to court and request a reduction in support payments. Contact the court and see if they offer free family law support services for...

How can I request a new judge in my daughter case, impaired driving conviction?

Your attorney has suggested you best course of action. You can try a motion for reconsideration, but with what little information you provided it...

Is he entitled to get ring back that was given to me on my birthday which is also right before Christmas?

No, he is not entitled to get the ring back. If the ring was given to you as a gift then you do not need to give it back. The fact that it was...

Can anyone suggest a good criminal defense lawyer that will represent me in Nantucket.

If your searches on Avvo have not be fruitful I would suggest contacting your local bar association and ask for a referral. Also, without knowing...

Can I be denied a job for mistakes made over 10 years ago?

Probably. In most states employers can examine criminal histories over ten years old if the crime was a moral turpitude crime, that is a crime...