Suffolk, VA asked in Personal Injury, Elder Law and Estate Planning for Virginia

Q: I need an attorney that would take my case on a contingency basis.It is a civil case lawsuit

My sister took out a guardianship on me by lying her way through and using my Medical Drs. name in the process and he stated he did not release any info to her I went to court and my medical records were so good there was no way she could win so she removed herself and now wanting me to pay her attorney fees, I did not originate them and I am not going to pay them. She also stole from my household and the insurance company will not honor my loss as it was not a forceful entry, it would not be if she found my keys and made duplications of them. Can you help me in filing suit against her?

1 Lawyer Answer
Jan F Hoen
Jan F Hoen
Answered
  • Hampton, VA
  • Licensed in Virginia

A: Have you reported the theft to the police? Theft is a criminal matter.

It is unclear on what basis you wish to pursue a civil claim for monetary damages which would justify an attorney handling the matter on a contingency basis. You will probably need to hire someone on a lump sum or hourly rate.

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