email is fine. I generally do email and follow it up with a letter by mail.

Do I have the right to ask my mother-in-law to leave my home?

your wife has the right to have guests.

I was served a Summons and Complaint in an Unlawful Detainer case,and I need to know if filing a Motion to Quash is an "Answer'?

A motion to quash is not an answer. Those are two separate pleadings. Contact a local eviction defense lawyer or legal aid for assistance.

I live in a townhouse and their is no governing rules regarding smoking in or on my property. Can neighbors force me to stop?

probably not. However, you should try to consider the feelings of your neighbors.

You can try to subserved someone at his address. Alternatively you will Need to serve in compliance with Hague convention

I got into a 3 year lease in a retail space in Downtown San Jose California, when i first got the space i changed the front lock

Generally a landlord is entitled to a key to the property.

How can i win a drug possession charge?

unless you can get the search tossed or they did not find the dope directly on you it will be difficult. Hire a good lawyer. You will likely get...

How much for a lawyer?

I generally charge between 1500.00 and 2500.00 for similar cases. The fact that you have an old warrant would probably put you at the higher end...

I paid a person in advance for repair & maintenance at my home. Bad weather delayed start date. He never did the work.

How much did you pay him? You can sue for breach of contract and unjust enrichment. I handle these cases often. Call if you wish a free...

Trial Civil Real Estate

Chen's response is right.