Refund of retainer

Generally speaking, if what you refer to as a "retainer" was an advance on fees, then if the fees were not earned, the money could be refunded at...

Would you consider unethical for a lawyer to let a client talk and talk to vent herself only to charge more money?

Three hours does not seem excessive at all. Attorneys work hard to be fully prepared for hearings, and in fact our ethical rules and duties to our...

Why doesn't any lawyers want to represent A child which is a victim of HIB pro bono .

What a horrible event for your family. I can only imagine what you are going through. Have you tried contacting any law schools in your state? Some...

I am currently getting paid small amounts in restitution from a lawsuit against my attorney is their any way to receive it all

You would have to look at how the case was resolved with the state bar. If the resolution of the matter included a provision for monthly payments,...

It this considered unethical

From what you've said, it does not sound like you have a valid ethics complaint. An attorney can refer you to another attorney, but it is your...

My attorney sent me notice of withdrawal without discussing it with me on the middle of custody case.

If you don't want him to represent you given the withdrawal, there is no reason to object. New counsel might ask for a continuance of the status...

Hi, My wife and I have a legal matter regarding legal malpractice on behalf of our attorney.

Before assuming that it was your own attorney who made the error, consider that the attorney on the other side may be at fault. If you filed an...

Is it ethical for GMAC mortgage co to increase the already agreed upon interest rate at the last minute during a closing?

I would definitely take your paperwork and consult a local real estate attorney. You don't have an agreement until the papers are signed, but there...

Can a lawyer you are considering hire call your current lawyer without your permission? (and when asked not to)?

It seems quite improper that the contingency lawyer called the hourly attorney, but it is the hourly attorney's prerogative to charge for the time...

When can a lawyer be sued for a breach of morals & ethics?

Are you sure that the former employer has paid the settlement amount? Your wife's lawyer should not have allowed her to sign a settlement...

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