I signed a Partial Wavier of Liens and Claims, dated April 25, 2013 I had it signed by a Notary. Still no check???

It sounds like you are past the period for filing a mechanic's lien. There is also a good chance that the lien waiver you signed also released...

Can I file for quiet title and when is the right time?

You should resubmit this question with a more detailed set of the facts.

I had a house fire and hired a small local contractor to do the rebuild as he promised to save us alot of money.

You need legal help on this one immediately. Get thee to a lawyer!

You don't need a lawyer for a real estate settlement in VA unless there are significant disputes.

5 sisters inherited property - four of us want to sell. Don't want to file petition to partition - any other way ?

If you can't work it out between you all then the only option is to give in to the one sister or file for a partition.

3 month employee contract terminated without cause. Is there a case for the remainder of the contract.

The answer hinges on the terms of your 90-day contract, and what grounds, if any, they have for terminating you. You should speak with a lawyer...

Very roughly speaking: Yes, you still have to pay your mortgage, however, if the tree that is causing the damage is located on city property then...

I am looking to incorporate a real estate business, 4 paid for SF properties and 3 with mortgages. How do I find the right atty

Well, Avvo has a "find a lawyer" service as does Lawyers.com.

How can I cancel contract for electricity provider

My guess is these are the same folks who came to my door. I think its an outfit based in Texas. Anyway, one other idea is to call you primary...

The piece of information that is missing is: do you CC&Rs require the HOA to maintain the water to the hydrants? Also, is this something for...