Depending on the status of the case you may be able to counter sue for legal malpractice and other causes of action.

You can file a lawsuit, possibly small claims, look into fee arbitration, or complain to the State Bar. Pay attention to the statute of...

Contact legal aid organizations in your area.

Send a certified letter asking for a status update.

It would be very difficult to remove the judge under these circumstances unless the judge has direct contact with the clerk.

The attorney simply advises the client and makes recommendations. The client determines to follow or not. If the client is unsure if the advice...

Possibly. The full facts have to be reviewed, including the details of the disbursal statement.

It is excessive to just read, but there are many things an attorney does once this order comes out so it might be just a poorly worded billing.

Yes it appears there is reason and basis to sue. But Consult with experienced attorneys in the state where this occurred.

A judge can and many are. Only where the group is specifically involved might there be reason for recusal.