What type of attorney would cover this?

You should find a lawyer who is skilled in real estate litigation. Many larger firms have litigation departments, and within those departments...

What type of attorney would cover this?

You should find a lawyer who is skilled in real estate litigation. Many larger firms have litigation departments, and within those departments...

I am a small business owner and my home is being foreclosed on. What all can the lender come after?

I am a Washington attorney, so I will answer this in the most general sense. Banks do not have to agree to short sales - those are voluntary...

Can I get full control over my co-owned business after I've paid all of the repair costs?

It is difficult to answer your question because the type of business and any agreement addressing the ownership issues must be reviewed by a...

My lender wants me to sign a promissory note in exchange for a short payoff.

I am assuming you are dealing with property that you own personally and the obligation to the bank is in your individual name. Bear in mind that if...

WA laws regarding promissory note, contract law, procedure for extending a promissory note

A California lawyer is critical for this matter, however, in general you should be able to reach an extension agreement with the buyer, extending...

There are two types of liability under the law: criminal and civil. As to criminal, if the innocent spouse did not know about the embezzlement,...

Does Washington State have a no-fault divorce law?

Yes. You are able to obtain a divorce in Washington if you assert your marriage is irretrievably broken.

Can separate property be divided in a divorce?

The court would consider the size of the portfolio in deciding how to equitably divide community property. If the portfolio is huge, then a judge...

Contractor who presents a bill substantially larger than the orally presented estimate.

Mr. Berger provides good advice. Another way to approach it might be to get the contractor to agree (in writing) to not file the lien if you...