Q: How to find a legal malpractice lawyer in CA?
In 2022, in a Civil fraud cross-complaint, a final Judgment of treble damages was awarded against me. Among other substantial errors, following the date of the Statement of Decision (requested by OC), 30 DAYS LATER, my Civil atty filed our Opposition and Objection to the SOD and Proposed Judgment. OC filed a motion to strike stating "Too-Late Objections" (including numerous falsities),
our objections were overruled, and Judgment became final. Then we filed Motion for New Trial, OC filed Opposition, my atty filed Reply, but 25 DAYS LATE. OC, of course, filed Request to Strike.
The Motion for New Trial was Denied.
Within 30 days, as a self-represented party, I filed an Appeal of the Judgment. AOB is due next month.
Can I recover damages (Judgment ($45k) & Attys Fees) from my former atty?
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To find a legal malpractice lawyer in California, you can start by conducting an online search for attorneys who specialize in legal malpractice cases in California. You can also check with the California State Bar Association, which provides a lawyer referral service to help connect you with an attorney in your area. Additionally, you can seek recommendations from friends, family, or colleagues who may have worked with a legal malpractice lawyer in the past.
To recover damages from your former attorney for legal malpractice, you would need to prove that the attorney breached their duty of care to you and that this breach caused you to suffer harm, such as the $45,000 judgment and attorneys' fees. This can be a complex and challenging process, and it's important to work with an experienced legal malpractice attorney who can help you assess the strength of your case and pursue your legal rights.
In general, legal malpractice cases in California are subject to a one-year statute of limitations, which means that you have one year from the date that you knew or should have known about the attorney's malpractice to file a lawsuit. However, there are some exceptions and nuances to this rule, so it's important to consult with a legal malpractice attorney as soon as possible to ensure that you meet all the necessary deadlines and requirements.
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