There are no default judgments in domestic relations cases. If the court denies the motion to vacate the prior orders, the orders previously...

Would I still need a lawyer for an initial court hearing for being falsely accused?

Your whole involvement with this woman cries out for someone to come in from the outside, and counsel you. Yes, you need an attorney yesterday. You...

Can I sue other party insurance for bad faith?

Turn this claim over to your own insurance carrier, and let them deal with the other side. That is actually why you have insurance coverage. No,...

The automatic stay in the Chapter 13 case would protect you from suit. You are not allowed to incur additional debt without court permission,...

I have a son who no longer is considered a child. Hes 19. Mom is in arrears for $40000 Is there grounds for a law suit ?

Where does the mother reside? You can sue her to collect the arrearage on the support payments. Your filing venue depends on where she lives, and...

No, no, and no. Mail, publication, and notorious service will not work. Only personal service works when you are filing a new action, or a...

I need to file for divorce from my wife. It's most likely be contested, but not sure what she can take from me.

Use the Avvo find a lawyer tool to locate local divorce counsel.

You need to hire defense counsel, and request a hearing in writing. Then you need to gather documents and evidence to assist in preparing your...

Can I answer a complaint, if I am claiming lack of service?

If you were served with legal process in open court, your claim of insufficient service of process is now moot. Instead of trying to defeat...

My daughter is 14 and her father just came back in her life 4 months ago he pays child support but dis not sign her birth

Unless he files a petition in the superior court to legitimate your child, he has no parental rights to the child. If he waits until a child is 14...