What are possible outcomes of a valid complaint filed against an attorney with the bar association for that state?

The basic possible outcomes of a grievance are: no sanction; a private letter in the lawyer's file; a public censure; suspension; disbarment. The...

I am aware of any number of shady things lawyers have done but making a deal to throw the client's case is something I have only seen in novels and...

Is it necessary to legally become the representative of an estate before signing affidavits that state that you are?

All of these questions would best be addressed to the lawyers handling the case. What follows is general information that may be useful. I can't...

No such a deed doesn't need to go through probate. But apparently the son is trying to invalidate the deed as well as the last will. It's an ugly...

Should it take a year for "my lawyer" to Depose the Defense? .

It's a long time but it can happen. Ask your lawyer for an explanation- in a non-confrontational way.

Your retainer is not invalidated by the lawyer's misconduct but he may lose his right to be paid. You have an absolute right to change lawyers any...

My husband passed away july 10 2012 how do i surviving spouse put it in my name without going thru probate court i am already pa

Put what in your name? A home is often owned jointly by spouses with right of survivorship. Insurance policies and IRA funds often have a...

How can I include my 5 year old neice so that her parents have NO access to my assets or the assets I leave her

A trust is the way to do it. Your choice of trustee is obviously very important. It could be a living trust or a testamentary trust depending on...

I have court approval of my lawyers withdrawal, Do I have to notify the court and the opposing if I want to represent myself?

To put it more bluntly than Ms. Morghem did- don't represent yourself, ever. It is a terrible idea and almost always leads to bad consequences. You...

A judge has the power to refer a lawyer to the disciplinary committee. Usually disciplinary actions are initiated by client complaints, and are...