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Law Office of Attorney Peggy S. Hedrick: Home Page

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Welcome to the Web site of. Peggy S. Hedrick. Post Office Box 11027. Springfield Missouri USA 65808-1027. E-mail address: Law@peggyhedrick.com. I am "admitted" (permitted to practice law) to all Missouri Courts; the United States District Court, Western District of Missouri;. Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit and the Supreme Court of the United States. Is it too late for a lawyer when the trial is over? Want to give your inheritance to a friend? Are women required to serve on a jury? I have a "general...

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Law Office of Attorney Peggy S. Hedrick: Appeal? Can I appeal? Should I appeal? How do I decide?

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I WON but do not like one aspect of the Judge's ruling. Can I appeal, even though I WON? Yes- either side can appeal. But if you appeal it is more likely that the other side will ALSO appeal - the parts of the decision that you LIKE. There can be no guarantees as to who would win. Can I appeal without a lawyer? Should the same lawyer do the appeal that did the trial? Or should I get someone new? Of the loss at trial level. Your trial lawyer also may be really convinced. How much will an appeal cost?

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Law Office of Attorney Peggy S. Hedrick: PreNuptial and Companion Agreements

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Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements). Agreements based on Contract Law). Agreements based on Contract Law). Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements. If you are planning to get married, soon, then the Missouri "rules" of your Agreement can be found at RSMo 451.220, ff. Check at your library. There are many statutes (laws) that may apply to your agreement, depending on your circumstances, and your plans:. Is a legal term which means each side must give something to the other for a valid "contract": are each of you giv...

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Law Office of Attorney Peggy S. Hedrick; Divorce, Domestic Problems: Child Support, Custody, Visitation

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MARRIAGE IS MADE IN HEAVEN. But so are thunder and lightning! The LAW regarding divorce is Chapter 452 of the Missouri Statutes. The Missouri Statutes are available in any library. A Few of the Questions most often asked about Divorce. We've agreed to everything. Why can't we just do our divorce ourselves, without a lawyer? Is there a check list. For doing a divorce? Can't you represent both of us? What lawyer should I choose? How do I know you will do a good job for me? I want a "flat fee"! Represent bo...

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Law Office of Attorney Peggy S. Hedrick: TITLE

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But Where's the Money? All information below is based on general principles of MISSOURI law, and may not apply in all circumstances .even in Missouri! If you have a judgment, you should discuss specific questions with the attorney who obtained the judgment, other trusted legal advisors or a local lawyer who limits his or her practice to collecting debts and judgments. Child Support: Special Rules? A Few Questions Clients ask Lawyers About Collecting a Judgment:. Isn't that part of representing me? Of cou...

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Law Office of Attorney Peggy S. Hedrick: Help in Finding a Lawyer: Location, Small Firm? Big Firm? Solo?

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Hiring a Lawyer can be like throwing dice.they can be called . Attorney, Counselor, Lawyer, Barrister, Rechtsanwalt, Anwalt, Advokat, Avokat, Notary, . and MONEY.expensive! How do I begin? Are you in the right place? Is it really a LAWYER you want? Or a CPA, financial planner or other adviser). Which lawyer do you want? Does the lawyer want YOU? Pull your stuff together. How much should a lawyer cost? Are you searching for a lawyer in the right geographical area? Is it really a LAWYER that you want?

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Law Office of Attorney Peggy S. Hedrick -- Debt Collectors: In trouble with creditors? A form letter

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PROBLEMS WITH DEBT COLLECTORS? Don't talk to, or call creditors on the telephone, write. To them with your complaint - and keep a copy. Be sure it has the date it was written on it, and also the address it was sent to. If someone calls you about the debt, confirm the call content (what they said and you said). By writing to them, and reciting what they said to you, and what you said to them. Keep a copy of anything you write or receive. To work out a compromise. And before it is mailed. Your address incl...

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Law Office of Attorney Peggy S. Hedrick: Probate Qs: Wills, Trusts, Beneficiary Deeds, and other options

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Questions related to planning for death or disability, and caring for those who rely on your presence. A family member died last night! Do we need to go to our lawyer TODAY? There is usually no hurry to go see a lawyer immediately when a family member dies. BUT DO see a lawyer. 1) pay bills, sign your own name for the person's debts, or cancel direct deposit checks; or. 2) distribute (give away) the property belonging to the person who died. Who inherits if you die without a Will? For instance, you died ...

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Law Office of Attorney Peggy S. Hedrick: TITLE

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LEGAL CONCEPTS THAT MAY HELP. Following is my response to this employee, with an example of a "service letter". I suggest the letter be similar to the one below. Be sure to keep a Xerox copy for yourself. Date Letter is Written. Name [of the manager, superintendent, etc.]. Company Name [look on your paycheck]. Address [on your records, paycheck]. Re: Employment of [your name]. I was formerly employed by your company as a [secretary, machine operator, etc.]. Printed or typed name]. If, after reviewing the...