What is the legal standard for granting leave to amend a complaint.

It is very liberally granted, especially before a trial date is set. It is a rare case where leave is not granted in those circumstances when the...

Will and trusts

You will need to retain a competent wills/trusts attorney to write a letter or to sue.

When determining insolvency, does the IRS consider a retirement plan with no cash value an asset?

If it has not cash value it does not count.

Why has my debt increased and will I have to pay the debt in full to renew my driver's license?

See if you can negotiate a lower amount in compromise.

Can the state of California enforce an expired "renewal of judgment" on child support arrears?

In California you have renew the judgment every ten years after it is entered or It lapses and cannot be renewed.

Can I take a tax deduction this year for a charitable donation made 3 years ago?

Yes, you can amend and your returns, but are required to take any unused part of the deduction (limited to 50% of your AGI usually) to the next...

They would probably be wasting their money.

If I am a beneficiary of a living trust, how do I get a copy of the trust?

You can always ask, but you are not entitled to one.

My ex wife is claiming two of my younger kids on her taxes but they live with me.

Only if you have an agreement. See detailed instructions for your tax returns re dependents.

Can a partner take over the business

No, one partner does not have the right to lock out the other. That is a breach of the partnership agreement.