Is the below an ethics issue?
This isn't an ethics issue, in the sense that on Avvo, ethics means legal ethics, i.e. the rules lawyers must follow in legal practice. However, it...
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This isn't an ethics issue, in the sense that on Avvo, ethics means legal ethics, i.e. the rules lawyers must follow in legal practice. However, it...
When a lawyer leaves a case, he will often send a notification of a lien to the new lawyer and/or to the opposing side, simply to make them aware...
It really would depend on the circumstances. I would suggest you discuss this with your lawyer and find out what he thinks.
Unless there is a specific rule against a Legal Aid attorney representing someone on a private basis, there is nothing wrong with the girlfriend...
I would call over to the defender's office and inform it what happened. The judge ought to have given you a continuance.
First, ask the other attorney to stipulate. Don't discuss anything else, just request the other attorney to agree to a continuance. That would be...
I would begin by reviewing your retainer agreement. See what your rights are under the agreement. Second, I would send a certified letter to the...
The first, and most important thing to do is have your lawyer work with you to minimize the harm this is causing your custody case. You should be...
Well, that is an unfortunate and frustrating situation. I would suggest you contact the ethics board in CT for some help....
The lawyer should not have promised a result. He can promise to do his best, but it is impossible for anyone to predict how someone else will...