Legal Question in Legal Malpractice in California

Can an attorney hold a ''blank check'' trust deed on a clients real property, fo

I have an attorney that abandoned me on a American Arbitration Matter the night before the scheduled hearing. He asked me to sign a 2nd on my primary residence for fees. $25,000., plus an undetermined amount. Then he abandoned me, and now I have sold the home, sent a demand to the attorney whom in return sent a 3 page letter threatening to sue the escrow company if they did not pay him 56,000. + 7% interest. I have asked thecourts to set 25,000., aside as interpleader and the judge refused without case law suggesting that his note is not legal. Where would I go to find such a thing? Please help


Asked on 4/30/01, 6:23 pm

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Scott Shabel Law Offices of Scott Lee Shabel

Re: Can an attorney hold a ''blank check'' trust deed on a clients real property

Your posted question does not contain enough information to give you proper legal advice. Additionally, it would be necessary to review your written retainer agreement with the attorney, as well as the documentation by which the attorney acquird a lien against your property. There are certain requirements which must be met by the attorney for the lien to be enforceable. Our office is quite experienced in legal malpractice matters, and we would be happy to consult with you regarding your problem. Please visit our website to learn more.

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Answered on 6/18/01, 11:45 pm


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