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3 Answers | Asked in Legal Malpractice for New Jersey on
Q: How long should it take for a lawyer to respond to his clients questions and inquires?

My lawyer NEVER returns voice mail or my written letter(s). What should I do?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 28, 2019

Within a reasonable time. It doesn't necessarily mean an instantaneous response - an attorney could be in court or deposition when a voice-mail arrives. But within the same day is considered reasonable by many to return calls. If someone is very busy or has pressing circumstances, the... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Legal Malpractice and Medical Malpractice for New Jersey on
Q: My wife recently had an abortion but it was not completely done correct left over tissues were left is the malpractice?
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jan 9, 2019

Depends on what happened, the fallout. Short answer: not necessarily. Suggest you contact a member of the NJ Assn for Justice who handles medical cases--they give free consults.

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Q: I need a legal malpractice attorney but everyone I contact is retisen to help. Are there lawyers who are willing.

I fear I am being lied to and taken advantage of. I need a firm who can take me on contingency considering the current attorneys are draining us.

Jubilo Lopes Afonso
Jubilo Lopes Afonso
answered on Oct 16, 2018

Im sure there are lawyers that are willing to help you but that depends on if you have a viable claim. And unfortunately you did not provide us with much information to go on. Please advise on what the underlying claim is regarding and why you believe the attorney committed malpractice.

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Q: My lawyer misrepresented his abilities to handle family law. I am financially struggling and cant get a new one. Help.

For every question, email or text I am billed. When I preformed his paralegal work in preparing my own case, I was charged for him reviewing common case law. I can't afford a new large retainer and his mistakes and lack of knowledge are costing me.

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Apr 4, 2018

Unfortunately this is how many cheaper lawyers charge and make up the price difference between them and the more expensive lawyer. A more expensive lawyer generally knows the law so they don't charge you for it, it would be embarrassing to say the least. As for the other charges that is... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Business Formation, Business Law and Legal Malpractice for New Jersey on
Q: How long can a company get to avoid been called a bank legally?

Can a company sell virtual points that people can buy and use to buy stuff from stores that agree to cash in those points for money at the end of every month from the company?

How CLOSE can a company get to avoid been called a bank legally?

Paul J. Riviere
Paul J. Riviere
answered on Jun 30, 2017

Your able to loan money within certain interest rate limits but cannot maintain money accounts or participate in issuing credit cards or anything offered by Federal Reserve. But this a very tricky area that needs lots of research as failure to follow state guidelines can lead to imprisonment. You... View More

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Q: Does the lawyers. Insurance policy cover thrid-party legal malpractice claims for refusal to accept service for clients?
Leonard R. Boyer
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answered on Jan 2, 2017

An attorney does not have to accept service for any client. I certainly never would. It is NOT malpractice. It is basic common sense.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Divorce and Legal Malpractice for New Jersey on
Q: Must a court ordered divorce decree contain a legal custody clause for a child, with residential custody cited?

Please cite precedent.

Leonard R. Boyer
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answered on Nov 14, 2016

No attorney on this forum is going to perform free legal research for you. A Court Order for clarity and to avoid problems, should state who is the primary residential custodial parent. For anything more, you will need to retain counsel or at least have an in person consultation. Good luck.

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Q: How do I file a complaint against my real estate attorney?
Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Nov 14, 2015

Lawsuit or bar complaint? A local lawyer can assist.

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...
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