What do I do about an attorney who has stopped doing anything and won't return phone calls?
Unfortunately, there could be many reasons for this lack of communication, and none are good. Sometimes lawyers die, become incapacitated, or...
Alexandria, VA
Ethics and professional responsibility Lawyer at Alexandria, VA
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Unfortunately, there could be many reasons for this lack of communication, and none are good. Sometimes lawyers die, become incapacitated, or...
The lawyer 100% can refuse to provide his clients address/ contact information. There are other, better, ways to effect service on someone such as...
Non-refundable fees are text book unethical in many jurisdictions. You are always entitled to ask for return of unearned fees. They lawyer can...
You have an absolute right to fire your lawyer for any reason at all. Rule 5.6 of the ABA model rules is a good reference here. It sounds like you...
1/3 of the recovery as a fee is common in contingency cases. It is also common to charge 30% if the dispute can be resolved with out litigation and...
The ultimate answer to your question will depend on the local rules governing contracts and on the comprehensive language throughout the contract....
It depends on the basis of the finding of the disability. You should hire a local lawyer to review the judge's order and make an appropriate motion...
Could you share more information? Who are you making the disability submission to and what is your objective? Lawyers always have an obligation to...
This depends on a few factors. If you have already filed a child support petition, you can ask for a support arrearage to run back to the date that...
You should hire a lawyer and file a petition to modify support based on one child coming of age. The guideline forms will ask whether you are...