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how to make a complaint

I have lost confidence in the attorney handling my divorce. Which is the better strategy for making a complaint against him while still keeping him as my attorney; complain to the local bar association or to a partner in his firm? I paid a fixed fee for his services and cannot afford another attorney.


Asked on 11/05/06, 9:01 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Carl Starrett Law Offices of Carl H. Starrett II

Re: how to make a complaint

If you have lost confidence in your attorney, cotinuing to use that attorney is not a particularly good idea without talking about these issues. Complaining about your attorney while he or she is still representing you is an even worse idea. Your attorney may decide to withdraw from the case.

If you have lost confidence in your attorney, you need to have an open and honest discussion about this issue. It could be that the attorney's workload was simply to large to respond to a recent question you may have had. It also might be possible to get a partial refund of your retainer so you can find another attorney.

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Answered on 11/06/06, 10:38 am
OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES

Re: how to make a complaint

You are free to get a second opinion, call me directly at 16192223504. If you terminysyr him, then he must return unearned fees.

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Answered on 11/06/06, 1:06 pm
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: how to make a complaint

Mr. Starrett gave you the best advice.

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Answered on 11/07/06, 1:15 am


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