You do not indicate whether you are a party (who was served a deposition notice) or a third-party witness (who was served a subpoena.) You also do...

Can a pro-se defendant ask and get costs and fees resulting from hiring a freelance paralegal after plt's voluntary dismissal?

Generally, no, for a couple of reasons. First, the paralegal's assistance is probably not a recoverable cost under statutory costs--it depends on...

The attorney is not harassing you by mailing you items that the court requires he mail to you. Notices of any kind of hearing must be served on...

Motion for Summary Judgment hearing set for 12-20-12. I endeaver to extend to allow more discovery to expose Facts in Dispute.

My colleagues answers are excellent. I add only that your declarations need to be very explicit about what discovery you need, why you haven't...

The rule is a 20 day wait after service of the summons. An amended complaint does not restart the time.

Can u sue a school for false allegations and failure to notify parent?

I edited your practice area selection, and I hope you can get some better answers with more attorneys in the pool. I am a CA lawyer, not a WA,...

Do I have to present any documents and give a deposition to a lawyer if he hasn't filed the deposition to the court yet.

The deposition notice is not filed with the court. If that is the only reason you are thinking you do not need to appear, you are incorrect, and...

I am firing my attorney. We tried to work with him, but they are def misconduct. Can i substitute my self as attorney to remove?

I agree with my colleagues, and want to point out only one additional issue. You use the term "we" which suggests that you are not the only party....

Is it too late to request records be authenticated by a competent live witness? If not how do I request a live witness? (Thanks)

Your question is a bit confusing. As Attorney Chen indicates, you cannot request live witnesses at a case management conference. But if you are...

What happens when a civil lawsuit contains criminal matters ?

If the DA decides to investigate and press charges, the defendant may have a reason to seek a stay because of his/her 5th amendment right to avoid...