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Hi! I am a 51 year old single woman, no children, and do not have a Living Trust or Will. Which of these should I choose?
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Answered on March 25, 2014
While the value of your estate is likely at the level where a trust would be convenient, and most attorneys won't look past simply the value, since...
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Are court transcripts of custody cases public record? I'm doing research for a motion picture and would like to be as accurate
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Answered on March 24, 2014
Some things may be public and some things may be sealed. It also depends on the county - not all courts have court reporters that make transcripts.
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Can an abstract judgement be recorder in the country recorders office when I have a motion to set aside default pending?
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Answered on March 24, 2014
Technically yes - they have a judgment and unless you get it set aside, it is a valid judgment.
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When my Uncles estate's probate closed not 1 living heir(her brother & sisters)... was alive still... The children of the...
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Answered on March 24, 2014
You need to call an attorney, provide case numbers and heir information see if there is anything that can be done. Do this ASAP. If the probates...
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If my objections to defendants' separate statements do not align correctly on the right hand side of the page is that a reason
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Answered on March 24, 2014
If the court can follow along, a formatting issue generally should not cause the judge to not consider your documents. That said, you need to go...
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What are the consequences when there is no proof of service filed with the court in a civil matter?
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Answered on March 24, 2014
Cases usually don't make it to trial unless there is a responsive pleading on file. If the defendant responded, and the court has set a trial,...
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When cover letters are sent citing probate codes should the whole section be included or just a summary ?
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Answered on March 24, 2014
I am sorry but it is time that you contact an attorney directly and get some specialized assistance. You have asked several questions regarding...
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Does my husband still have rights to the belongings in his adoptive parents home?
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Answered on March 24, 2014
Yes he will have equal rights as long as he was legally adopted by his mother. You have asked similar questions and honestly, if your husband...
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Where is there a Summons form to fill in for a civil case being filed as have the Complaint typed up but told need Summons too.
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Answered on March 24, 2014
You need to file a Complaint and Civil Case Cover Sheet. You must also have the summons issued. The court may give you additional documents at...
Do I need a will if I have absolutely no assets other than my Social Security check?
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Answered on March 24, 2014
Probably not unless you have specific things you want to leave to people, such as furniture, dishes, collectibles, a car, etc. If that is the...