Subject Index Asked and Answered

Does bankruptcy affect my lottery winnings?

How can I trace a former client?

Q: The fair market value of my house has decreased since the recession, but my property taxes haven’t. I’ve filed an appeal of my assessment with the Board of Review, and I’m waiting for the hearing. What is my best argument at the hearing? What should I take with me in the way of evidence? What are my chances in getting the taxes reduced?

Is it customary for a court to award maintenance and/or attorney’s fees to a noncustodial parent who is on public assistance (the custodial parent is surviving on $34K per year)?

When does a client have to appear?

How do I add a creditor to an old bankruptcy case?

Will I lose my stepchildren?

How big should your jury be?

Can an adopted child inherit from a biological parent?

Changing your name on the master roll of attorneys.

Is a spouse entitled to corporate assets?

An expensive daughter dilemma.

Is a co-signer entitled to a foreclosure notice?

Should I do a bankruptcy search?

Judgments against joint tenancies.

Pushing the statute of limitations.

What do you do with a difficult judge?

What do you do with uncooperative opposing counsel?

What kind of client file system is best for your firm?

Can small p.i. firms compete with bigger ones?

Opening an IOLTA account.

"Fraud" versus "fraudulent misrepresentation."

When and how do you file a motion?

I've got my judgment- how do I collect?

What are the rules for serving notice?

Must Homebuilders Give Buyers an Express Warranty?

Calendaring for the budget-conscious small firm.

A guide for representing condo buyers. 

Can a client's unemployed ex reduce his child support obligation?

Should You Sign Documents As Your Client's Agent?