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We cannot afford an attorney to get a Will drawn up, can we download a form online and go to a notary public
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Answered on June 10, 2014
If you chose to go that route, you also need 2 unbiased witnesses to your wills. But Attorney Robbins is absolutely right that it is inadvisable. ...
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Can I have a criminal and civil lawsuit against the same perpetrator at the same time?
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Answered on June 10, 2014
You can. In general the strategy is for the DA (who is handling the criminal case) to commence proceedings slightly before the civil case. This...
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DO THE LAWYERS OF ANOTHER STATE CAN TAKE THE CASE OF ANOTHER STATE, Eg, THE LAWYER OF "TN" CAN TAKE THE CASE OF " MA "
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Answered on June 10, 2014
In general, lawyers who are not admitted to practice in Massachusetts are not permitted to practice law here. Sometimes in litigation, lawyers...
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What should I expect and how should I prepare for court date for credit card debt? (I know I owe them)
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Answered on June 09, 2014
I just wanted to chime in because I think Attorney Mason is completely right when he suggests you speak with a bankruptcy attorney. At some point,...
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My ex won a custody case 5 yrs. Ago. He has brought me back to court to pay arrearage. Can the court Oder me pay his atty fees
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Answered on June 09, 2014
With respect to the case from 5 years ago, the usual practice is generally to request attorneys' fees simultaneously with the action: so I would...
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How is income calculated when determining an equitable amount of contribution towards our children's college education?
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Answered on June 09, 2014
As the other attorneys pointed out, equitable means fair and so there is no black and white answer to this. As a mediator, I've found that many...
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What is the best way to handle real property? For daughter and boyfriend.
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Answered on June 08, 2014
First, I want to say that it's is great that you are thinking about potential issues before they actually occur. From what you've written, I see...
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I am in a tenant in common with 2 siblings. 2 of us want to sell the other refuses.Do we have a chance in court to sell ?
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Answered on June 07, 2014
First you'll need to address the fact that your mother has a life estate. Practically speaking though, if she cannot afford the expenses to...
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Do i need to pay for this?
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Answered on June 06, 2014
In addition to the great thoughts already provided, I noticed that you said the "management company" as opposed to "landlord": it's conceivable...
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My x-husband passed away last month. He was paying me $500/month lump sum payments. Can I collect from his estate?
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Answered on June 06, 2014
I'd also check and see if he was supposed to get a life insurance policy payable to you to secure the alimony payments in the event of his death....
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