Yes, non-residents and illegal immigrants may file bankruptcy in the United States under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. However, as a practical...

How ones domicile determined?

Japan. In California, the same basic procedures apply to people who are legally dissolving a marriage or a registered domestic...

Do any attorneys work on a lien basis?

Yes, as Attorney Koslyn indicates, attorneys certainly do work on a contingency fee basis. I'm not sure what you mean by "lien" basis. So...

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How long can i stay in my house after the bank auctions it off

You can stay up to the time that the sheriff physically evicts you from the house after having served you with the Notice to Vacate. A lot has to...

What is the law regarding a short sale to a family member?

A short sale to a family member, while not illegal per se, would be viewed suspciously. Remember the lender is not legally obligated to agree to a...

The Code of Civil Procedure does not set a limit on the number of times a plaintiff can amend the complaint. Code of Civil Procedure section 472...

Will I get a deficiency judgement on an agreement from a lender that has accepted less than full amount?

Yes, the lender on the HELOC can sue you for the full amount due, so you need to settle with the HELOC lender and obtain a release. Otherwise,...

Can I use the security deposit to help pay for my judgement against a tenant for back rent? (L.A. County)

Yes, if the judgment is for unpaid back rent, you can apply the security deposit to satisfy all or part of the judgment per Civil Code section...

My daughter and I are joint owners of a house Can she add another person to the deed without my knowledge and consent

Your question does not indicate how you and your daughter originally held title, was it as tenants in common or as joint tenants? Regardless,...

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How can I oppose a Motion to Strike to my amended complaint?

I agree with Attorney Rodgers. The fact that you copied portions of another plaintiff's complaint is not a basis for a motion to strike under Code...