Working with a large firm on a litigation with a capped fee + contingency agreement, but there are problems now with the lawyer

Are you at the cap? Here is my stream of consciousness on the issue: As it is a long standing relationship and you want your attorneys...

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An attorney would need to review all the facts and circumstances to advise you properly. On the issue of the property, I’d say the tax returns...

Write a letter to the IRS explaining that your accountant assured you that he would file an extension on your husband’s behalf. According to your...

I’m not sure how much your investment was, but you possibly have some recourse. Certain types of contracts have to be in writing in accordance with...

Can you transfer you co-op to your trust in the following situation?

I would guess whomever owns the shares now (on these facts, probably your client) could transfer ownership to the trust. I don’t even think you...

How long should I wait until I ask the judge how long before his/her decision?

If your attorney was able to secure a near million dollar verdict I’d say take his advice and sit tight for the time being. I’ve waited on reasoned...

If i want to sue someone in another state, should i hire an attorney in my state or the other party's state?

To determine if New York has jurisdiction, more Information would have to be known.

Can a lawyer in one case serve you papers in court for a different case?

You should consult the New York Civil Practice Law Rules (“CPLR”) or Siegel’s NY practice on the issue of out of state service. I believe New...

The absolute first thing you should do is to review your retainer agreement. The type of billing should be specified there.

My friends mom died and his sister is power of attorney. She wants to sell the mom's house and she just sent my friend a paper?

First off, a power of attorney is extinguished upon the death of the person giving the power. So, when you friend’s mom died, his sister lost the...