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I Need My Record Expunged
Client is seeking a criminal record expungement. Client is a US citizen, has not been arrested under any other name and has no active cases. Client estimates to have 16 cases on their record.
The IRS won't accept my amended return!
Baltimore County Client filed an amended 2017 return detailing business expenses in 2019, which should have resulted in removing an assessment. Since then, the client still receives letters stating that he owes $3,836.06 for 2017 and has not been receiving tax refunds. Client needs help determining why the amendment did not result in an adjustment, and in resolving the due tax. Has asked for an in-person consultation.
Client would like a Financial Power of Attorney drafted.
Financial Power of Attorney
Simple will
Client would like a Will drafted (also interested in POA and Directive)
I Moved out in 2022, Over a Year Later My Former Landlord is Suing Me
Client being sued by former landlord for $2,266.14. Client lived in property from 2011 – 2022. No walk-through was done when client moved out. However, client has a letter stating the dwelling was left in good condition and no repairs are required. In Nov. 2023 client received notice that they owe 2 months of rent and money for new appliances.
Trial (Affidavit Judgment) 03/11/2024 1:00pm
Deed change
Client would like to add spouse to deed
Will
Client would like a will drafted
I Want to Add My Spouse's Name to the Deed to our Home
Client seeks to add spouse's name to the deed to their home so they can qualify for tax credit for low-income city workers. Client also wants their spouse's name on the deed in case something happens to the client.
I Need To Resolve My Tax Issue
Client is seeking assistance with a tax issue. Client received two letters in the mail from the IRS stating that they owe $11,167.70 for the years 2021 & 2022. Client is seeking an Offer in Compromise to resolve this matter.
I Hope My Record is Eligible for Expungement
Client seeks assistance with analyzing and expunging any eligible matters. Client is a US citizen and does not have any active criminal cases. Client has not been arrested under any other names. Client thinks there are about 5 cases to be expunged.
I Need Tax Debt Relief
Client is seeking assistance with a tax controversy. Client discovered their license was suspended due to owing the MD Comptroller. After further investigation, client found that they owe $2,653.49 for the year 2015. Client wants to resolve matter to renew their license and get a fresh start.
I Cannot Afford to Make High Payments on a Fixed Income
Client is seeking assistance with a collections case. Client is being sued by her former bank, Bank of America, for about $18k. Client does not dispute the amount, but is disabled, living on a fixed income and cannot afford to pay back the debt. Trial 01/02/24 @ 9am.
I Cannot Afford to Have My Social Security Reduced Over a Small Plot of Land
Client needs assistance removing her name from a parcel of land and putting the land in their daughter's name. Social Security Administration informed the client they will be decreasing her benefit amount because of the land. The value of the land is $1,500.00. No one will contest the deed change.
It's Time for a Clean Slate
Client seeks assistance getting 12 charges expunged from his record. Client is a US citizen, has not been arrested under any other names and has no active criminal cases. This will be the first time client is receiving legal help with expungement.
I need help finally resolving a tax assessment that won't go away!
Prince George's county senior client needs help resolving $4,600 in due taxes from 2021 and $850 from 2022. The client, who has an assigned caregiver for her disability and yet still supports herself through work, paid for months into a payment plan, and yet the amount still went up due to interest and penalties.
I Need A Fresh Start
Client is seeking help with criminal record expungement. Client is a US citizen, has not been arrested under any other name and has no active cases. Client estimates to have 8 cases on their record.
I Want to Change My Child's Last Name to Match Mine
Spanish speaking client is seeking a name change for their child. Client has the original birth certificate. Client is seeking the name change because her spouse has raised the child since she was born and wants the child to have his last name. Bio father's location is unknown, and he has had no interaction with the child.
I've Lived in My Home for 28 Years and Need My Name on the Deed
Client seeks to administer estate and change the deed to his deceased aunt's home. Aunt left behind a will. Client would like to remove aunt from deed and add his and his wife's names. Client is possibly interested in creating a life estate deed.
My Sister Passed, I Need to Handle the Estate for My Niece
Client is seeking help w/estate administration and deed change. Client’s sister passed 11/2021 with no will. The estate consists of a mortgage free home and a vehicle. Client is seeking to open an estate to get repairs done to the home and vehicle. Client’s sisters name is on the deed and client wants to add the niece’s name. Sister was married when she passed. Surviving spouse does not want property. No contesting issues.
I Am Getting My Life Together but My Past Keeps Pulling Me Back
Client seeks assistance in collections case involving a bail bond of $4500. Client disputes the claim. Complaint filed 9/2023, NOID has not been filed yet. Client's cousin is also a defendant.
Trial (Affidavit Judgment) 12/26/2023 09:00
I Haven't Seen My Estranged Wife in 20 Years
Client seeks help filing for divorce. Parties married June 1988 and separated in 2002. No DV, no marital assets or children involved, and client does not seek alimony. Client does not know where OP now resides as parties have not spoken since separating in 2002. Client tried to file for divorce in Virginia in 2002 but it was never finalized. Client is seeking the divorce so he can marry his current partner.
I Need a Will to Protect My Valuables
Client seeks to establish a will. Client is getting older and ensure valuables go to the right hands. No contesting issues.
I Want To Maintain Sole Custody (Judicare)
Client seeks assistance with custody modification defense of 3 children-- 8, 10, and 12yo. OP filed motion to modify custody 9/8/23 and is seeking primary physical and sole legal custody. 2019 divorce order grants client sole physical and joint legal custody. OP pays child support. Client wants to maintain current order. History of DV. No protective orders. No CPS/DSS involvement. Scheduling Conf. 12/5/23.
I Had Some Unexpected Medical Issues and I Can't Make My Payments
Client is seeking assistance with filing chapter 7 bankruptcy. Client has over $50k in debt from credit cards and medical bills. Client owns a home with $10k of equity and one vehicle. No previous filings for bankruptcy and the client's wages are not being garnished.
I Was Involved In An Accident And I Need Help
Client seeks representation in a tort case. Client was driving his father's car that was insured but client was not included on the policy. The accident took place on 11/19. Client never has insurance and did not have a US license. The party suing the client was 2 cars in front of the client and is suing for $27K for medical expenses resulting from the accident.
Trial 12/19/2023 at 1:15pm.
I Need My Debt Relieved!
Client seeks to file bankruptcy for $84k ($48k from student loans, the rest from credit card, loans, car and apartment lease). No real property. Client filed taxes for 2022 and 2020, but due to lack of income, client did not file in 2021. First time filing bankruptcy and no wage garnishment. Client has been provided other resources for pursuing student debt relief.
My Mother Passed, Please Help Me with Probate and a Deed Change
Client seeks assistance with estate administration and deed change as a result of their mother's death. The property is mortgage free. Client's mother left no will, but client is beneficiary because he is only child of mother. Client wants to remove mothers name and add his name. No one will contest.
Trying to get back on the right financial track
Client is seeking assistance with chapter 7 bankruptcy. Client has $35,000 debt stemming from credit cards, personal loans, & car toll tickets. Client does not own property or have assets, is up to date on filing their taxes and has a payment plan with the State for back tax debt. Client has a pending lawsuit from TD Bank in the amount of $1,300. Wages are not being garnished currently.
I'm Drowning in Debt
Client seeks assistance filing chapter 7 bankruptcy for $35K of debt stemming from car repossessions, credit cards and garnishments. Client also owes about $15K in student loans. Client has no tax issues, no property and has never filed bankruptcy before. Client's wages are currently being garnished. Nothing yet filed.
I Want Joint Custody of My Child (Judicare)
Client seeks to establish joint custody of 13yo child. Child lives with OP and client visits every other weekend for a few hours. No protective orders. No CPS involvement. Nothing yet filed.
I Am Living on a Fixed Income and Cannot Afford My Bills
Client seeks assistance with filing for chapter 7 bankruptcy. Client has about $16k of debt stemming from credit cards. Client is on a fixed income and cannot afford to make payments. Client has no real property and does not own a vehicle. No previous filings for bankruptcy. No debt stemming from student loans.
Co-Signer Being Sued for Missed Car Payments!
Client is being sued by M&T Bank for missed car payments. A few years ago, client & her friend co-sign on a car together. Client had the car for a bit, but then returned the car to the friend & removed her tag/plates. A couple years later, client found out that the friend had passed away & no one was making the car payments. The bank is now suing client for $18k. Client disputes the claims against her. Trial set for 10/12/23
I'm 87 and Need a Will
87-year-old client seeks help establishing a will. Client would like her grandson to be the executor of her will and for him to inherit her home, bank accounts and car.
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