Legal Question in Personal Injury in Maryland

You ALWAYS have the right to choose your own counsel. However, the law provides the attorney with the right to lien any recovery you make in the amount he expended on your case in those 5 days. In other words, the attorney will get paid for his 5 days of work whether you fire him or not. I would recommend relaying your feelings to the attorney so you can find a way to work with each other before I would recommend going attorney shopping. Best of luck.******The above is for informational purposes only and does not create an attorney-client relationship.******

Yes.

However the attorney MAY be entitled to compensation. If you are looking for another attorney you should make this clear to any prospective attorney that you may hire.

I agree with the prior answer from the lawyer licensed in Maryland.

Of course, you can fire the attorney. However, read your contact to determine his compensation. If he was just hired 5 days ago, he may not be entitled to much. However, his rights are outlined in the contract. Also, it's only been 5 days, you may consider scheduling an appointment with him to discuss your concerns.

Also licensed in Maryland and practicing in the Baltimore Metro Area and the DC/MD Suburbs.