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The criminal case lawyer was dismissed, and a motion was filed after being removed from the case.
answered on May 31, 2024
Typically, once an attorney has entered an appearance on behalf of a defendant in a case, that attorney remains the defendant's attorney until the court grants a motion to withdraw or dismisses the attorney. A client firing an attorney is usually good grounds for the attorney to withdraw or... View More 
I'm pro se litigant. Legal malpractice.
8 attorneys have withdrawn from representing the lawyers. What could this mean?
Thank you
answered on Jul 5, 2023
It can also mean that the defendant attorneys have a malpractice insurance carrier that is difficult to work with or that doesn't timely pay the attorneys it hires to represent the defendant attorneys. In my professional experience, the number one reason why attorneys defending a case... View More
I'm a pro se litigant and the other side has had 8 attorneys withdraw from representing the defendants.
I am not being notified of withdrawals and new appearances. Isn't this required?
Thank you
This is messy I know, but I'm appreciative of the help. I'm representing myself pro se in a divorce trial. Not my choice. My previous law firm did not file an appearance, they were "consulting", they did a lot of damage on rules of evidence. I didn't pay them. They are... View More
answered on Aug 13, 2020
Your question is very confusing. Are you seeking to file a legal malpractice claim? If so, that is an area of specialization and you can inquire using this forum. If you are seeking pro bono legal assistance, also, then there are some resources which may be available to you . You need to tailor... View More
As a child I was part of a very intense custody battle. The case has since been sealed but my mother has a copy. Can I legally read the documents If I’m given permission by my mother to read the documents she possesses and the case pertains to me?
answered on Jul 24, 2019
Was there an impoundment order? The parties and their counsel
would have access to information in the file. The file is not public
so there should be no dissemination of the contents without a
vacating of the impoundment order. So if you have concerns then
you should... View More
BK case no: 11-43424-CJP, BAP No: MW19-016
answered on Jun 1, 2018
Is it a criminal matter, administrative matter ? You do not present enough information to answer
I got this answer A: 'Judges often will speak with attorneys about logistics issues such as how many witnesses are anticipated, how much longer the trial will take, how many exhibits.......' etc.
I dont mean that I mean entire hearing. All that was said, asked, decided. My... View More
Hired an attorney in 2014. He stated (repeatedly from 2014 to 2017) that he filed a case in state court. That case was not filed and his malpractice insurance ended in October 2016. I would like to file malpractice claim - given he lied about filing in state court. Does the malpractice begin... View More
answered on Apr 27, 2017
Malpractice is based on multiple elements, including a showing of damages. See: https://www.justia.com/injury/legal-malpractice/. You may also report the lawyer to the state bar for such deceit. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an... View More
Attorney did not file in State Court (missed deadline for statute of limitations) - but repeated stated he filed the case. When does the malpractice take place - when he mislead and lied? The attorney in question - was lying about filing - while he had malpractice insurance. The date to file ended... View More
answered on Apr 27, 2017
See my answer to your identical question. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my... View More
Brought my car to Brake King, I had my credit card on me and they had signs they accept them. So they look at my car and the mechanic said I need ALL NEW ROTORS and Brake Pads which I think is a lie but nonetheless he says he can do it for 500 dollars OR if I pay him cash 300$ and then told me he... View More
answered on Feb 20, 2017
There is no law against requesting payments in cash. See: http://www.mass.gov/ocabr/consumer-rights-and-resources/autos/lemon-laws/mechanics-of-auto-repair.html
If you suspect tax fraud, you can report it to the IRS. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your... View More
answered on Dec 1, 2016
Lawyers must hand over client files or be subject to discipline by the Bar. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal advice nor does it create any Attorney-Client relationship.
answered on Sep 16, 2016
Yes. For that matter legislators, others may. Can they engage in private practice is the question--generally yes unless they are subject to civil service or other restrictions.
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