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Approx. 10 years ago, my dad and a notary public, notarized a home loan that my dad owned with my mom.

Joseph's answer | Answered on December 06, 2010

I suggest you see a real estate lawyer soon. If your mother's signature was forged and [emphasis on "and"] the funds from the loan did not benefit ...

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Seller's finance for a property in CA

Joseph's answer | Answered on December 01, 2010

Your circumstance could be resolved by arranging an option to purchase. The 5% being the payment for the option. If your friend finds someone to be...

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I would like to find a lawyer who is familiar with California Tax Deed law.

Joseph's answer | Answered on December 01, 2010

Most any experienced lawyer listed as real estate lawyer would be able to help you. You post doesn't say what it is you need as it regards...

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Are board members of a small non-profit organization liable for injurys for club sponsered events?

Joseph's answer | Answered on December 01, 2010

There are unincorporated non-profits. They have been given tax exemption in certain circumstances. The Camera Club could be a mutual benefit...

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How long do I have til I can no longer lein a property I have done contracted work at?

Joseph's answer | Answered on November 30, 2010

If you are a licensed subcontractor or a direct employee you may file a Mechanic's lien -- but it is subject to many strict time lines. First, if...

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How do I dissolve a business in divorce?

Joseph's answer | Answered on November 25, 2010

There are also procedures available to dissolve the corporation as an entity. The process requires court proceedings, the potential of court...

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After many years with a company I made an electronic testing procedure mistake and was fired. Will I get unemployment insurance?

Joseph's answer | Answered on November 23, 2010

While the others responding shed some light on your right to unemployment and the procedures with the EDD, you may want to seek assistance from a...

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I have been getting my forms from the California Courts website and so far it has been helpful. I am in the Discovery phase of

Joseph's answer | Answered on November 23, 2010

So far as I know, every California County has a law library. You will find the forms you need in the various practice books that cover California...

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My dad was in a partnership 50/50 for 15 years. About 10 years ago my dad's partner said it would be best if they incorporated.

Joseph's answer | Answered on November 18, 2010

This is one of the hardest cases in corporate law. There are very few remedies without involving the courts to appoint a receiver or independent...

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What do I do about a negligent property manager on a property that is now in a trust?

Joseph's answer | Answered on November 17, 2010

Your fact statement raises so many issues of rights and liabilities, it strongly suggest you need to consult with a lawyer at your earliest...

Joseph Clark Melino's Answers (417)

Approx. 10 years ago, my dad and a notary public, notarized a home loan that my dad owned with my mom.

Seller's finance for a property in CA

I would like to find a lawyer who is familiar with California Tax Deed law.

Are board members of a small non-profit organization liable for injurys for club sponsered events?

How long do I have til I can no longer lein a property I have done contracted work at?

How do I dissolve a business in divorce?

After many years with a company I made an electronic testing procedure mistake and was fired. Will I get unemployment insurance?

I have been getting my forms from the California Courts website and so far it has been helpful. I am in the Discovery phase of

My dad was in a partnership 50/50 for 15 years. About 10 years ago my dad's partner said it would be best if they incorporated.

What do I do about a negligent property manager on a property that is now in a trust?