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My ex-husband Lawyer worked for our current judge like staff attorney. What do ethical rules say? Because when a lawyer works for a judge like stuff attorney they develop a personal relationship and in such a situation the judge cannot be impartial. And I have some doubts about the impartiality... View More 
answered on Aug 26, 2020
There is not necessarily a direct conflict requiring the lawyer to withdraw or the judge to recuse. There may be the appearance of impropriety, but unless the lawyer gained knowledge about you or your case while working for the judge, neither will be required to withdraw.
I have a medical malpractice case where the doctor already admitted he screwed up and I also have a civil rights, prosecutorial misconduct and stuff case. I am "known" locally and have not been treated well because my ex from 20 years ago has talked so horribly about me that every... View More
answered on May 8, 2020
Find an attorney you trust and take a copy of your case to him for his opinion.
2007, lost his job for failing a drug test. Had a few temp jobs for a few days, decided I could carry it all. I worked 2 jobs, paid everything until I got scared and left in 2012. He applied for disability. Got 20 grand lump and lost his mind. Taking my things, being verbally and emotionally... View More
answered on Jan 6, 2020
Absolutely you can fight. If it was acquired during the marriage, it is half yours regardless of who’s name it is in.
they have filed fraudulent documents with lies and n devoid of all necessary documents to set support and have extorted me out of over 1,000 of my personal Social Security and Have madenumerous perjured statement to deny me my right
I have narcolepsy and it makes me drowsy when I drive I was having a attack when officer arrested me can I have case reheard?
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answered on Dec 21, 2018
I would think you will have a tough time getting that reheard but it will be up to the judge. I practice in front of judges who are good about putting everything on the record to make sure the plea of guilty is entered freely and voluntarily and without coercion but the decision will be up to the... View More
answered on Apr 28, 2018
You should determine where it went and where it is now. You may possibly have a 1983 civil rights action for a warrantless search and seizure.
if your attorney that's representing you for 10 months already take a case for a client that he knows is a witness against you in a criminal case refuse to take your case to trial because of conflict of interest with new client. Attorney tells you that you have to hire new attorney.
answered on Nov 14, 2015
Sounds unusual. Check with a local ethics or malpractice lawyer.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to... View More
My attorney took a case for a client that he knew was a witness against me in a criminal case. I was the client first and have paid attorney fees for my case and now my attorney tells me he can't try my case cause he can't put his new client on trial cause he's now a client and told... View More
answered on Nov 14, 2015
Sounds unusual. Check with a local ethics lawyer.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a... View More
answered on Aug 28, 2013
As a general rule, suit needs to be filed in the state where the events took place or where the defendant lives and if your attorney is not licensed in that state your attorney will need to associate local counsel.
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