If there is an attempt by someone to sue you from out of state, California to Oregon, can you be served with a valid subpoenas?

It sounds like the buyer has filed a lawsuit against you, and is not just issuing a subpoena. If so, it is a summons (and complaint) which have...

Federal limited scope, why will attorneys not do this?

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A "Doe" is a placeholder/fictitious name, used to save a place in a Complaint, so a currently unknown party may be inserted later, when their...

How can I get money for a property I own half of but do not live in when the other owner won't buy me out?

If you can find someone willing to buy your half, you can sell it. this is usually not practical. You can also file a "partition action", which...

Client is refusing to pay me for a residential remodel after work is complete. What choices do I have?

Prepare yourself for the worst (but have the situation reviewed in an attorney consultation to see if any exceptions apply). It sounds very much...

Need legal help with a non-injury auto accident?

She is going to have to hire a private attorney. If the facts are right, the insurance coverage may be set right. Otherwise, she will need a...

Whoever had the original will was required to file it with the court within 30 days of learning of your mother's death. It is not clear from the...

In California, must a pro se defendant who files a motion to transfer on forum non-conveniens grounds attend hearing in person?

Check the local rules. Many courts allow appearance by telephone for law & motion matters. Sometimes it varies by department. If allowed, you...

California Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 1-400 deals with "Advertising and Solicitation". The rule itself does not explicitly prohibit...

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Can a Plaintiff who sues me fraudulently in a United States court serve me in New Zealand my country while I am not there?

It is not entirely clear whether suit has already been filed. In addition to what my colleagues have stated, aside from monitoring, instead of...