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 -
3 answers
I was the asker of
this question. I did end up losing my job, but thanks to your advice, moving on has been a lot less painful than I feared. Now I have a question about how to explain to potential new employers a) the circumstances of the termination, and b) my reasons for leaving the practice of law.
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posted by sorrysockpuppet
on Aug 14, 2011 -
16 answers
My boyfriend is in his articling year at a criminal defense firm. All of a sudden, he's so rarely around! Have you been in this situation? What strategies can make this sudden shift in our lives easier on us both?
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posted by Clotilde
on Aug 13, 2011 -
11 answers
What would a lawyer do that I wouldn't know to do in setting up a single member LLC in Florida? I want to be smart but also want to save money on what appears to be a fairly simple task.
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posted by Askr
on Jun 28, 2011 -
11 answers
Need with help on what to do with medical account in collections that Insurance has already paid for.
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posted by lutzla23
on Jun 14, 2011 -
9 answers
My Dude has been offered a contract (software/tech/biotech related) with a one-year do-not-compete clause from a contracting agency, which (I think) seeks to preclude his being hired by any of their clients and possibly their clients' clients, which we think could affect his ability to be employed once the 4-6 month contract runs out. The job is supposed to start next week. We're willing to talk to a lawyer, but the one he called today didn't have time and we don't have a good referral. Any suggestions? This is in the NC Triangle (Chapel Hill/Durham, but willing to work by phone or e-mail).
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posted by amtho
on Jun 6, 2011 -
10 answers
My employer is owed a great deal of money by the University of Maryland Medical System, and we are preparing to sue. Can you recommend a really mean lawyer to kick their ass in court?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 1, 2011 -
5 answers
What is being an assistant district attorney like? How does it differ from civil litigation?
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posted by anonymous
on May 25, 2011 -
4 answers
What is the name for a law/act/legislation that turns, an otherwise law abiding citizen, into a criminal?
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posted by RolandOfEld
on May 13, 2011 -
43 answers
I live in Middlesex County in New Jersey. I have begun the application for disabilty due to anxiety and depression. I am worried I might need a lawyer, I have no money, and I don't know where to start.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 28, 2011 -
5 answers
Can anybody recommend a good estate attorney in San Francisco? We want to set up a will, and we undoubtedly need the whole estate-planning package (power of attorney, living trusts, etc).
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posted by Quietgal
on Apr 28, 2011 -
4 answers
I need an effective and bilingual Quebec-based tax lawyer/accountant to deal with my friends at Revenu Quebec.
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posted by docgonzo
on Apr 5, 2011 -
4 answers
How to feel less depressed about the conduct of other lawyers. Need help desensitizing myself to it, or taking such behaviour less personally.
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posted by wz
on Mar 17, 2011 -
30 answers
Filing for chapter 7 bankruptcy in Washington State. Need advice and resources on self-filing.
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 2, 2011 -
8 answers
I need a recommendation for a real estate lawyer in the Easton, PA area. I'm the buyer. It's a short sale and I'd like to find a lawyer with some experience. I don't want to pick someone out of the phone book. Ideally you have actually worked with the attorney but any reliable advice would be appreciated. Responding here is best but MeFi mail is good too. Help? Thanks in advance!
posted by gdf
on Feb 11, 2011 -
2 answers
I work for a club in the San Fernando Valley and recently broke my ankle on the job. I am classified as 1099 but am actually a misclassified statutory employee and I think the the guy who owns the club and/or his insurance company is/are trying to cheat his way out of paying me worker's comp. and covering the cost of my pending operation.
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 10, 2011 -
9 answers
Looking for a good lawyer to deal with a landlord/tenant issue in the Chicago North Shore area.
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posted by january
on Feb 9, 2011 -
2 answers
What kind of lawyer do I need, if any? Suing father for ownership of a custodial (UTMA) account.
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posted by mnemonic
on Jan 16, 2011 -
17 answers
I'm an Attorney potentially moving to Canada (Vancouver) who needs to go through the articling process, but wants to do it outside of a traditional law firm. What advice can you give?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 15, 2011 -
4 answers
Okay, so I think I need to talk to a lawyer. Never done this before. How do I find a reputable lawyer to talk to?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 12, 2011 -
13 answers
If I am a qualified claimant for a Class Action Lawsuit regarding an Illegal Strip Search in the state of IL, and am eligible for a payment of anywhere from $700-$1000, do you believe that is fair? or should I "opt out" and try to recover damages with my own attorney?
posted by anonymous
on Dec 15, 2010 -
10 answers
Lawyer people: I am a lawyer licensed in Illinois and have started to do some solo practice work. Do I need to form a LLC? Why?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 13, 2010 -
16 answers
What sort of lawyer or accounting firm would be best to advise a large NGO who is re-evaluating the way board members are elected?
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posted by kimdog
on Dec 9, 2010 -
6 answers
What are the best resources and/or approaches for an attorney seeking employment on Capitol Hill?
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posted by snorkels
on Dec 4, 2010 -
5 answers
We are visiting my wife's parents in another state. Suddenly my wife wants me to leave without her and to leave our son in her custody. Can she do this?
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 27, 2010 -
25 answers
Can someone recommend a good immigration lawyer/law firm in Manhattan? I need someone/practice with deep expertise in H1B and greencard applications(EB1a, EB1b, and NIW).
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posted by jchaw
on Oct 13, 2010 -
2 answers
YANML: I have an easement through my neighbor’s property. I use it regularly and the neighbor and I get along just fine. The other day the neighbor approached me about extinguishing the easement. While he didn’t offer me any money or anything, he was clearly lobbing the ball to me to come up with what I would want to release the easement to him. I’m located in Alameda County, California. More than you need to know after the break.
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posted by phelixshu
on Sep 27, 2010 -
12 answers
Attorneys and patent agents: what kinds of advertising have you found to be the most effective?
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posted by jedicus
on Sep 15, 2010 -
2 answers
