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I was rear-ended while driving, and my former attorney represented both me (the driver) and a passenger. I repeatedly raised concerns about the passenger’s fraudulent claims, but my attorney ignored them and continued representing her, creating a significant conflict of interest and a breakdown... View More 
answered on Jan 22, 2025
I'm so sorry to hear about your accident and your attorney's behavior. I share your concerns, as you laid them out.
The Washington State Bar Association is very good about helping clients resolve problems with their attorneys. They offer at least two types of help - one is... View More
I am the beneficiary as well as the administrator of a will the daughter of the deceased was disinherited because she had nothing to do with her father ever until the house was up for sale her lawyers asked my lawyers for the ashes of the deceased because I had mentioned that she hadn't even... View More
answered on Dec 25, 2024
I'm so sorry you're having concerns with your attorney's billing practices. First, read through the agreement you signed with your attorney - most likely, you agreed to pay the attorney for all his or her time, and that would include responding to another party's requests or... View More
The original attorney of the opposing party died. The opposing party told the court that they could not get the original records with her death and her office having shuttered. Access to these records are critical. What are my options?
answered on Sep 13, 2024
It could depend on tech-savvy the office was and what arrangements the attorney may have made for back-up records. If the records only existed in original paper form, and they're gone, it could be difficult. When you say "original" attorney, does that suggest a succeeding attorney?... View More
Under the WA C.I.R. Equitable Property Div rules I should have won my case, with all of my supporting evidence ALONE, but most was ommited in court. My disability medication(Humira forRA) unknowingly exasperated rare side effects the extreme ongoing 2yr stress-nuero/cognitive decline & peaked... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2024
In your situation, where you believe your civil and disability rights were violated in a Washington Superior Court, and you're facing an unlawful financial loss, the first step would be to consider an appeal. This process involves reviewing the trial's proceedings to determine if there... View More
Just looking at attorneys who resigned and still practice in the Department of Assigned Counsel. This would mean that the Judge hires DAC to provide an attorney. Judges who are not aware of a resigned attorney are not aware of the illegal actions and these cases must be dismissed.
There... View More
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answered on Dec 30, 2023
If an attorney resigns from the bar, they are no longer authorized to practice law, including serving as a court-appointed attorney. It's essential for judges and legal institutions to be aware of an attorney's current status to ensure legal representation is valid and compliant with the... View More
I am facing pressure from my attorney to settle a property division where the contents are divided almost 80/20, despite the spreadsheet showing equal value. My attorney, aware of my severe dyslexia, is threatening to drop me if I don't agree. I've repeatedly expressed my concerns but... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
That kind of pressure from your attorney is not something you have to accept. If you’re being pushed into a lopsided property division, especially when the spreadsheet shows a 50/50 split, that’s a serious concern. Your attorney is supposed to act in your best interest—not threaten to abandon... View More
I was charged with a sexual offense based on an officer's sworn statement under penalty of perjury claiming to have viewed incriminating camera footage. I can prove this was false; the cameras were non-functional, and my wife, the manager of the location, confirmed it. Internal Affairs also... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
I'm really sorry you had to go through this. Being falsely accused, especially based on a fabricated claim from a law enforcement officer, is deeply damaging and terrifying. The dismissal of your case after the body camera footage was reviewed shows that the truth was on your side—but it... View More
I've been living in an apartment since February 2024 with a verbal lease agreement. The landlord claims I'm a squatter and wants to evict me. I was employed by the landlord and received a rent discount as part of my employment, but I haven’t been paid for my work and have been asked to... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2025
It sounds like you're facing a very challenging situation. First, you may want to contact a tenant advocacy organization in Washington that can help with eviction cases. These groups can guide you through the legal process, help you understand your rights, and possibly connect you with a... View More
My name address and information was incorrect on divorce paperwork. How do I fix who do I call what kind of lawyer to sue the attorney who obviously didn’t represent me there in Louisiana. I have been in Washington state when they took everything from me including the home we had been buying in... View More
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answered on Jan 9, 2025
Your situation sounds incredibly frustrating, and dealing with incorrect divorce paperwork across state lines can be overwhelming. You'll want to start by contacting a family law attorney in Louisiana who can review your case and help correct the errors in your divorce documentation.... View More
I am a disabled woman whose motorhome (where i live) is parked outside of xxx K Street, Hoquiam, Washington. The City of Hoquiam has violated my rights by pressing charges against the property owner of the address, that my motorhome is parked outside of on a public street, they have threatened him... View More
answered on Oct 6, 2024
I'm sorry for your ordeal. As my colleague mentions, legal aid could be a starting point, and also exploring whether your status makes you eligible for protections under disability laws. Good luck
My fiancé got handed a random court case with my name on it stating I owed debt to places I’ve never been to or had accounts with so I thought it was a scam, but I just got another set of papers in the mail that state I now owe money to this lawyer for the debt and I don’t understand how this... View More
answered on May 16, 2021
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks, and those court papers your fiancé was handed could have relatively short deadlines by which a response is due. There could be a number of reasons for the court case, one being that someone made fraudulent... View More
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answered on Nov 5, 2020
Only a Washington attorney could advise about statutes of limitations, but your question remains open for two weeks. That's a long time in any jurisdiction. Statutes of limitations are governed by state law and can vary by the cause of action - and you posted across several categories. As a... View More
I'm trying to apply for SSDI and the judge needs some proof of the dental malpractice to prove mercury and other toxic compounds that seeped into my system causing neurological issues today. The case information dissapeared when bank foreclosed on my home instead of the home next door in 2011... View More
answered on Feb 22, 2019
As a starting point, one option could be to contact Washington Courts (https://www.courts.wa.gov/) and ask them about any case information they might maintain. There are a number of legal tools for searching state and federal databases (some of these charge fees for their use); these might be... View More
I went to my arrangement and asked the judge if the court we were in recognized the constitution and she stated "yes". I then asked "under which jurisdiction did the Court Plan to charge me under". And she blatantly said "I can't tell you that, you need to get a public... View More
answered on May 16, 2018
Understanding you do not wish to have an attorney represent you, based upon your question I would recommend your next step be to speak with an attorney to explain the process. The Court has not charged you with a crime, the prosecution has.
The Court is required to advise defendants of... View More
I had worked for about 10 years in a large manufacturing firm before my medical condition forced me unable to continue. I had an active LTD paying benifits for about a year before they decided to discontinue. I disputed their unjust decision as many times as they allowed for appeals with no win... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2017
Look for an attorney who handles ERISA claims--strt with the State of Washington Assn for Justice--they give free consults. However, 15 years is in most cases way too late for a case like yours.
A lawyer withdrew from my case after he continued trial 4 times which took 2 years and at the the time of trial he said your case is not worth trial and you should accept settlement offer...He did not even really review my case all these 4 times and finally withdrew.
answered on Mar 4, 2017
In my experience, the reason why ethics complaints often do not result in a negative result is that the person filing it does not fully understand the jurisdiction of the bar association or the rules that apply to the alleged facts of the situation.
With that said, former hearing officers... View More
They called me before the due date saying pay today , becuase were closed on the weekend and also that Monday . So if you pay Tuesday you will be charged interest . I'm essentially being forced to pay interest . Is this legal ? I feel I was entrapped into making the interest payment . They are... View More
answered on Jan 6, 2017
As a general matter, due dates that fall on a weekend or holiday get pushed to the next business day. However, there is not enough information to know whether this applies to your situation. Your summary does not explain the context in which the money is owed, and whether there is an agreement... View More
Sorry not clearer, but I've seen this but also seeing something that says the statute of limitations BEGINS only when the malpractice is discovered (or close to that). Guess that's what I'm looking at. Thx
answered on Sep 13, 2016
There is no statute of limitation on legal malpractice. The definition can depend upon the specific facts and circumstances of your case, but there are things you can expect from your lawyer, at minimum, like working within the confines of the legal ethics rules. See the section on what to expect... View More
My family (Long Distance) made numerous APS / Police calls (Not paying taxes), they called the healthcare agency regarding abuse, and agency began to accuse me falsely (a bump on the head, was a medical shunt) My schedule was released, Agency caregiver called family, and an attorney entered the... View More
answered on Aug 30, 2016
Suggest you speak first with an elder law atttorney as they can sort out some of the issues that underlay what happened.
The attorney who came should not have changed the will unless your mom was competent and asked him. That sounds like it could be borderline to wrong. Unfortunately you... View More
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