I was served papers without a case number.

You were served an unfiled complaint. WA allows commencement of a lawsuit by either filing OR service. Either is good. There is no case yet,...

In WA how long after the 14 day period to mail the deposit disposition, does the renter have to contest charges and/or sue.

The rules about deposits are carefully written, but look at the last sentence of RCW 59 18 280. It says (I am paraphrasing) no matter what the...

Can I serve the prosecuting attorneys office myself or do I need someone else to serve them my divorce papers?

If what you are required to do is give them advance notice of hearings, or orders you want to present, you can serve them by taking copies to their...

What should I do about this?

Controlling infestations "at all times" in multi-family housing is a duty of the landlord. See RCW 59 18 060. There is a very particular route...

I am about to terminate my lease here in Washington State and am having trouble finding the information I need in the Landlord T

Mr. Cheng has given you the correct answer regarding when you have to give notice that you are terminating your tenancy. The thing about reasonable...

Recently served a summons. what do I do?!

Edgar Hall is located in N. Seattle and he can help you with this issue. 90% of credit card lawsuits are won because the Defendant does not appear...

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How do I, and is it too late to find out if someone had me in their will?

You can check with the Clerk's office at the Pierce County Superior Court at 9th and Tacoma Ave. S. They may not be able to help you on the phone,...

If I get a judgement how do I get the full amount if there is not enough in the account , how do I get someones bank account

Collections is a very procedurally detailed practice area. Your best bet is to see if you can get a collections attorney to help you. Depending on...

Can't afford a lawyer against my dad's wife over his estate.

The problem is that even if she was only his wife for 21 minutes before he died, she is still his wife. As such he cannot disinherit her with a...

I live in washington state. My condo is way underwater and is on the market as a short sale. I haven't paid my COA dues for

Mr. Hall has given you a thoughtful answer and I hope it is helpful to you. Your worst case is 20 days after the auction they have standing to file...