Is there a way to find out about a newly hired lawer`s bar complaints? Just to verify the conduct of the attorney a client hired

The Florida Bar's website only shows whether an attorney is in good standing and whether s/he has had any disciplinary history in the past 10...

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What do I do if my attorney isn't acting in my best interest?

Schedule an appointment to speak with the attorney about your concerns, which may simply stem from a miscommunication or misunderstanding about...

How can i get a change of vinue

There are specific conditions that need to be met to obtain a change of venue, and they vary from state to state and court to court, so you will...

Is it normal for lawyers not to return your calls or give up dates on cases

Consider writing to the attorney and letting him/her know that you are having an issue with lack of communication and you'd like to set up an...

If i dont like the service of the private lawyer?

Review your representation agreement to see if there are any provisions about terminating the lawyer and if so, whether the lawyer keeps any fee...

If an attorney represented me against my fist ex wife can he represent me against my 2nd or is this a conflict of interest. ?

I agree with Alan's answer above - the only way I think there would be a problem would be if he acted as an attorney in some capacity to both you...

What constitutes unethical behavior and grounds for disciplinary action by an Attorney?

I took the following information from the State Bar of Texas website: About the Grievance Process All lawyers in Texas have an obligation to...

I hired a lawyer for a friend and fired him before my friends court date.

Did you sign a contract for representation with the lawyer, and did the lawyer file a notice of appearance? You may want to find out what work has...

How do i know i my attorney is doing his job.

As to the second opinion without firing or informing the lawyer, your state has a provision in its rules regarding lawyer conduct, below, that...

Out of state, is my attorney's conduct or profesionalism considered normal in the legal world?

I agree with Richard. When I worked as a Bar prosecutor, lack of communication was the #1 complaint. You need to document your efforts to...