Legal Question in Family Law in California
My attorney mailed me a form to release him a few weeks before a court date I did not because I did not have the money to hire a new attorney . He told me he would not proceed with any other actions on my case until he received payment.When I did come to his office before he would sign the release he said I would have to sign a promissory note a deed of trust 1/2 undivided interest in real property.He had it notorized.I feel he pressured me to sign. Is this extortion?
Asked on 1/30/10, 9:35 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
It is not likely it rises to the level of extortion, but you should report him to the State Bar. I see several possible ethical violations in what he has done.
Answered on 2/04/10, 10:42 pm
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