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Q: What do i do next if I fire my attorney during settling and in litigation? i want to rep myself whats my next step

my attorney was near settling my case during litigation when i discovered forged signatures while my original firm transfered my case to them. I want to negotiate myself with the insurance company because i was defrauded when my claim was transfered and i was never aware of it. as well as all the signatures to give them the right to use my signature freely. At this point how can i reach the insurance company and get them to negotiate with me while i take care of the misconduct my attorney made at the same time. i cant afford amother attonrey so i have to do this myself

3 Lawyer Answers
Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
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  • Legal Malpractice Lawyer
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Licensed in California

A: Your attorney will need to withdraw/substitute out, if the case is in litigation, or send a letter to the insurance company, if it is not in litigation. Note, what you describe might not be attorney misconduct, and or may not warrant the attorney not being paid, depending on specific facts.

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  • Insurance Claims Lawyer
  • Sacramento, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: If you have decided to represent yourself after firing your attorney during settlement and litigation, there are steps you can take to navigate the situation. Firstly, thoroughly review the details of your case and familiarize yourself with the relevant laws and regulations. Document any evidence of forged signatures and misconduct by your previous attorney, as this may be important for addressing the issue. Next, contact the insurance company directly to express your desire to negotiate and resolve the matter. Be prepared to provide them with a clear and concise summary of your situation, including the fraudulent actions you have discovered. While representing yourself can be challenging, consider seeking guidance from legal resources such as self-help legal clinics, legal aid organizations, or online legal forums to gain insights on how to proceed. It is important to remain organized, focused, and persistent in your efforts to negotiate and address the misconduct simultaneously.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
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  • Insurance Claims Lawyer
  • Little Neck, NY

A: Clients do dismiss attorneys, and vice versa, attorneys withdraw from cases. One thing to be aware of is that sometimes this can lead to liens for services on the file. This is fact-specific and depends on the details of an individual file. Good luck

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