Hopefully it went well. It is best to show-up and or to get the agreement from the creditor in writing. ●

You would need to, first, file a lawsuit and get a judgment before you can pursue the debtor's assets, including the vehicle (which may be exempt).

Due the ramifications involved here, it would be worth a consultation with an attorney. Many cities and counties have legal aid services for pro...

If you do not work out a written agreement on surrender, they can sue you for any deficiency when they sell the vehicle. ●

Disciplinary proceedings must be brought within 5 years of the date of violation. State Bar Rule 5.21. ▪

It is not a conflict. But the client can hire a new attorney (though it might be a benefit to continue with this attorney).

You would be committing the crime of the unauthorized practice of law. ○

An attorney must tell the attorney’s client of all written offers. ○

Based on these facts there is definitely a case. Of course all facts are needed. Consult with experienced legal malpractice attorneys in the state...

Unless the person is an attorney, the court would have to provide permission for the non-attorney to speak for the party. There may be ways for...