it depends on what the lien is for...if you have a tax lien from the IRS or state those are not discharged and they may attach other assets you may have.
there are two different actions here. One criminal and one civil. If the lawfirm is representing walmart in the civil action than they are getting a good deal. Has walmart agreed to testify against your friend? I would demand a release from the lawfirm from any further action. This...
your deposit was most likely earnest money that was appllied to the purchase price you paid for the house. Unless you are under a lease purchase agreement? If you purchased the house you are free to place it on the market and it will bring fair market value! you can sell it to whomever you choose!
I have an interesting case that I would like opinions on. I "sold" my father a house as part of replacement property for a 1031 exchange. He paid part of the mortgage and I took back a promissory note. The inducement was I was to receive the house back as a gift through estate planning he was...