How do I know if I should switch lawyers? My current one seems bad compared to a new one I’ve been speaking with

You don’t based on this information. Get a third opinion. It is possible the second lawyer just wants to be retained and is selling you a bill of...

I have not received a cross complaint or any complaint. How did an unknown Defendant appear? In the opposing partys paperwork?

Who knows. Ask him or have the documents reviewed by an attorney.

Do I use judicial council forms for a motion to compel discovery or for a motion for sanctions?

There is no judicial counsel form to compel discovery. Further, since you did not file the motion but got the information yourself, you are...

Who gets divorced parents' stocks if they are jointly owned?

If they are divorced, the Judgment of Dissolution should answer this question. If it does not, expect a fight. Your parents should resolve this...

Do I the right to stay in My home until after probate?

Ms. Sonin is correct. SHE does not appear to have any rights. Contact the executor and have the executor tell her to cease and desist her...

Need help finding replacing my medical malpractice attorney

Use the Find a Lawyer tab, contact a few attorneys, provide them with information on your case and see if you can find an attorney to take over. ...

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My mom remove my father in 1993 claiming to be a widow?only dad didn't die until 2003!

Very interesting fact pattern with some things that seem difficult to see how they happened. Find an attorney who will do a consultation and pull...

If I was subpoenaed initially and then only called to court with no subpoena issued, am I still required to show up?

The subpoena is ongoing. Contact the other side and ask them to give you advance notice (4 hours or so) when you will be needed so you don't have...

Survivorship rights, not on the title?

The words joint tenants means survivorship rights. Your title company can confirm this for you.

California Living Trusts?

Legal heirs and beneficiaries. If the family member you don't want to see the trust is an heir entitled to notice, they are able to see.