Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: My lawyer wont return my calls!?

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Yes, he can. Apparently this is exactly what is happening. It is a horrible practice not to return client calls by any attorney and the Florida Bar frowns on this. You should either call or write the attorney's office and let him know of your dismay and ask to schedule an appointment to sit down and address your concerns and any questions you may have. If you are not comfortable with the attorney, then it is time to fire this one and find another.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

Re: My lawyer wont return my calls!?

This is the no. 1 complaint about attorneys. Unless there is actual malpractice (e.g., a missed deadline), there isn't much you can do except fire him and try again with someone else who might be even worse. Attorneys are very, very busy. If you have an urgent question, try asking by email. Alternatively, you can try making a phone appointment with him at a time that is convenient to both of you.