I am a senior transactional associate at a big regional law firm in a secondary market. I am probably not going to make partner at my firm, I am really sick of caring about typos, and I'm burned out. What can I do with my life?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 27, 2013 -
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So I need some sound advice. I think I was harassed a number of months ago at a local YMCA by another member. I decided to file this complaint internally, and now I'm worried I'm being stonewalled. Normally I would let something like this slide, but I've decided to take up this cause because I think it's the honorable thing to do. If only because I am inspired by the anti-bullying movement. Do I have legal options? Can somebody with any experience or strength with this sort of thing help me figure out what exactly happened to me, and share what they did in a similar situation? Details within.
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 1, 2013 -
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Lawyer getting great experience in a shrinking subspecialty. Work environment has flaws. Have the opportunity to move. Worried about grass being greener, frying pan/fire, etc. Special details inside.
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 24, 2013 -
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A friend works overseas for a US-based defence contractor. He's been involved in a somewhat work-related incident in his country of work and his employer is, long story short, refusing to advise him, maybe even turning against him. Lots of details we don't want to put on the internet. Need to find a good attorney in the US that has specialization in working with employment rights, particularly in international situations for US based entities (not sure if the defence contractor part is relevant or not). If state matters, pick Texas.
posted by anonymous
on Feb 7, 2013 -
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New York enacted the Secure Ammunition and Firearms Enforcement Act. Where can I find some clear, non-looney, information on how this effects me and my firearms?
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 2, 2013 -
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Hello Everyone,
So my car is currently impounded at a private tow lot in New York City as it has been for the past 5 weeks. I only received notification from the police department by mail in the past few days.
When I called up to the tow lot this morning and spoke with the general manager, he informed me that my car has already racked up almost $1400 (!) in storage fees at $27/day. (The police document said only $17/day). He also said that he had sent a package to me on 1/26, but I still haven't received it yet.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 29, 2013 -
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A woman I'm seeing has an ex who was abusive, and is now back in her life and an active violent threat. Help us respond appropriately.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 3, 2013 -
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Are there ways for a federal research scientist to attend law school and remain a government employee after graduating?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 2, 2013 -
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I run a business that sells used things. Someone came in and told me one of my used things was theirs. How do I proceed?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 19, 2012 -
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Alachua County, Florida lawyer needed to help with in-state tuition problems. Recommendations?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 6, 2012 -
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I'd like some advice on whether it's worth pursuing an ex-employer to tribunal for unlawful dismissal.
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 11, 2012 -
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I feel like I've paid enough interest on my student loan. Do any student-loan forgiveness plans exist for middle-class people who actually pay their bills and are not in default?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 10, 2012 -
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For how long and in what unforeseen ways will the making of a fake ID continue to haunt me?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 1, 2012 -
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I run a retail business in Toronto, Canada. It's an independently owned business--like a mom and pop store. I need to fire someone because he's incompetent and his presence actually makes more work for the other staff. I have emailed and texted with this staff member (who has worked with us for 13 months) regarding his considerable transgressions but we do not have "paperwork" or "forms" in the traditional sense. His work never improves.
What exactly do I have to do to fire him without worrying about legal issues? Two weeks pay? Three? Does the firing need to be written in addition to verbal or is just verbal fine? What's the best way for me to cover my ass?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 9, 2012 -
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Public interest law transition-filter: I am a lawyer in a private-sector transactional practice. I would like to be a public interest lawyer doing litigation or policy in national security, civil liberties, surveillance or drug liberalization.
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 9, 2012 -
12 answers
There are three of us who are starting a business next year and one of my future co-founders is insisting that everyone signs an employment contract stipulating that we stay at the company for at least three years. Contract violations haven't been discussed yet - the contract hasn't been written yet - but a hefty fine is likely. Is this type of contract common between co-founders? What other risks should I be aware of before/if signing this?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 31, 2012 -
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My former employer is asking for my signature on a document to assign patent rights to them as co-inventor for a patent I worked on while employed by them.
They are not interested in compensating me for my time.
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 26, 2012 -
28 answers
We want to politely ask our roommate to leave and are wondering about how to do this politely while also avoiding any possible legal issues in California
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 13, 2012 -
10 answers
So,
this was me. The company came apart, most of us either quit or were fired. I'm sans job, and freaking out; so, should I get an attorney and try to collect on my (still numb and painful) shoulder?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 12, 2012 -
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My common-law partner and I are in the process of filing forms for her sponsorship of me to receive permanent resident status in Canada. She changed her marital status to common-law on her most recent tax forms (we have been living together since 2009). She is now being audited by Revenue Canada, since this reflects a change from her last tax return and how her GST/HST refunds are calculated.
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 2, 2012 -
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Grandma set up an uneven trust and we want to distribute it equally. Who do we talk to and what do we ask them? Questions about imbalanced inheritances, DIY redistribution of wealth, and taxes within...
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 1, 2012 -
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What legal avenues exist for blocking a potentially negligent relative foster parent arrangement? New parents reside in Southeast Asia. Special snowflake details within.
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posted by anonymous
on May 1, 2012 -
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I'm looking for career path suggestions for a family member. From debt adviser in the charity sector to ???
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 23, 2012 -
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First, I know most of you are not a lawyer and none of you are my lawyer. I understand the basic protections and requirements surrounding attorney-client privilege. I have an ethical, and potentially legal, dilemma. While consulting with my attorney recently, my attorney admitted to having committed a crime.
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 6, 2012 -
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Let's say, hypothetically, I downloaded an old TV episode via a filesharing site or bittorrent. Could it be traced to me if I download it from a public access point?
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 27, 2012 -
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My wife finds herself quite unexpectedly facing termination from her job and needs legal/employment advice quickly. Some details after the link.
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 23, 2012 -
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I'm the defendant in a legal case and am being represented by a public defender. I feel I am not being represented fairly. My hearing is next week. What should I do?
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 18, 2012 -
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Do my sister and I have to use the lawyer specified in my dad's will to handle his estate? More inside...
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 13, 2012 -
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Legal ethics filter: I work in the computer lab at a public library in the midwest. A patron comes in semi-regularly and shows me his Florida State Bar ID as proof of identity. He is almost always doing work with legal documents, and often has clients with him. The Florida State Bar says that he has been a member for about six months, but he's ineligible to practice law in the state of Florida. Am I under any obligation to contact the Florida State Bar (or some other regulatory association), since I'm not in Florida?
posted by anonymous
on Feb 10, 2012 -
29 answers
I rented an apartment owned by a friend (big mistake). She hasn't maintained the apartment and now I'm unsure how I should handle the situation.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 17, 2012 -
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For an Australian citizen thinking of moving to the United States, is it better to see an immigration lawyer in Australia, or one in the US, for consultation? This assumes that one is currently in Australia, but travels occasionally to the US.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 15, 2012 -
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some years back my father was re-married before his death. my father did not have a will in place and i am his only child. after his death the women he married ended contact with me sharing none of my fathers belongings etc. at the time i felt wronged, and as a young man i could not afford legal representation.
many years (over ten) have gone by, and i have mostly moved on with my life trying not to think of these events, but there still is a bit of anger inside. as his only child and living blood relation is there any way legally that i can gain access to as much as old photographs, clothing, or whatever small momentos that remain in her custody?
posted by anonymous
on Dec 3, 2011 -
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Considering a restraining order against an ex, but I have a lot of questions about the logistics and just generally whether it's going to make the situation better or worse. For example, I don't think he knows where I live- so how would it even work? Many more questions inside.
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 26, 2011 -
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[UK law filter] Today I filed a dangerous dog complaint with my council. What should I expect to happen next?
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 7, 2011 -
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I'm in the process of interviewing for entry-level public defender positions, through both individual offices and fellowship programs. Can anyone offer any tips specific to interviews for this type of position?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 5, 2011 -
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I am a second-year law student choosing between a few law firms to work at next summer and, fingers crossed, after I graduate, and would love any feedback that the law-folk (and other esteemed AskMe contributors with relevant life experience) may be able to offer.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 26, 2011 -
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In late July my wife bought a bra from a national retail chain. She wore it one day and was left with a painful large welt/wound on both sides that made it uncomfortable to wear any bra for three weeks. When she explained what happened to the store, they put her in touch with their corporate offices. The welt/wound has mostly healed, although some red areas are still visible and there is some mild throbbing and more-than-occasional itching. She saw a dermatologist who said that there may be some permanent discoloration. The corporate rep indicated that they'd pay for the doctor's visit, although there really wasn't any out-of-pocket cost because the visit was covered by my insurance. Beyond this, can she expect some kind of compensation for the pain, inconvenience and continued problems? What's the best way to go about asking the company? Do we need a lawyer? How do we find one?
posted by anonymous
on Sep 14, 2011 -
14 answers
[Hypothetical Employment Legal Filter] In the following hypothetical employment situation, is the law being broken? If so where? Is it legally worth pursuing this and putting a hypothetical person’s business prospects in jeopardy?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 12, 2011 -
8 answers
I recently got a ticket for careless driving and I have to appear in court soon. Can somebody explain the plea bargain process and offer some clarification for me?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 21, 2011 -
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