How do I make my soc. sec c heck judgment proof from my creditors,

You should set up direct deposit for your Social Security benefits. Then the account is automatically exempt up to $3,050 without doing anything...

What is a reasonable waiting time?

Since you used the word "hearing" I assume there is a case of some kind pending. The nature of that case isn't clear, i.e. civil action, family...

When Filing an First Amended Complaint, do I need to include a Summons as well in the documents I file with the court?

Yes, you should have a summons on first amended complaint issued when you file the first amended complaint. The "on first amended complaint"...

If I file an ex parte application, do I need to provide the memo of points and authorities etc to opposing counsel in advance?

Pursuant to California Rule of Court 3.1206 your are supposed to serve the application ( and all supporting papers) on all appearing parties at the...

They didn't respond within the 30 days..Can a civil complain for breach of contract documents turned in be used as declaration?

You should request a court judgment. That is under section 1.d. on the request for entry of default form. You can do that by submitting...

How to file a motion to vacate a judgment after bank account levied!!! Please Help

You have compelling evidence to show there may be a defect with service. However, there are proper ways to serve lawsuits aside from personal...

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My questions relate to a default judgment that was entered against me, based on a summons & complaint I wasn't served ...

This sounds like a mess. You will want to challenge the default and the default judgment. This is by making a motion which has various important...

Where in the CA Rules of Civil Procedure or CA Rules of Court would I find the law on RENEWED MSJ? Would Rudder r Bender help?

I think the Rutter Group's Civil Procedure Before Trial will be the stronger treatise on this kind of thing. See also Code of Civil Procedure...

My friend and I opened a joint checking and savings account...creditors took both accounts from us...do we have any rights?

As always, it depends. I don't know what state you are in, but in California there is an exemption for paid earnings deposited to an account in...

Was my service legal

Service of process is one of those things that can trip you up later if it wan't done right at the outset. It's also relatively inexpensive, and...