What Happens Next?

A colleague of mine whom I went lo law school with just had a writ of certiorari granted by the Supreme Court in Culbertson v. Beryhill (very proud...

How much would it cost to hire a lawyer to write a demand letter about a breach of contract?

Lawyers usually charge by hour with some charging a fixed rate. Just FYI, the hourly rates vary across the state. Generally, for example, in...

When redacting confidential information in a complaint for NYS Supreme Court, is there a document, such as affidavit, that shou?

You should thoroughly consult with the clerk to determine the Court’s procedure for redacting confidential information. Be very very cautious.

I agree with my colleagues above and would like to add the following. If you are appealing the decision of a motion, the Court more than likely...

My attorney withdrew 2 weeks before an OTC hearing, can I contact the judge directly to inform him I am looking for new council?

Exactly. Or communicate with the attorney on the side and ask if he’ll stipulate to adjourn the Court date because your attorney withdrew and you...

Check the Appellate Division’s rules. In the first department, I believe the reply brief is just the table of contents, table of authorities, and...

I’ve had decisions take longer than that. Technically, the Court is supposed to decide within 60 days. I would call the clerk, explain the...

How do I get a successor trustee named after the Trustee has died?

There is a lot of information missing here. You state your father died without a will but do not mention where the trust came from? Is there a...

I prepared an affirmation in support of OTSC. Are you suggesting it should be a Memorandum of Law?

Technically, only certain people can submit affirmations to the Court, lawyers and I believe, doctors. To have evidentiary value, an affirmation...

Is my case in your area of expertise and work?

Consider suing for breach of contract.