Legal Question in Legal Malpractice in Florida

I hired a attorney to take my DUI case in March 2008. I paid him $5000. He showed up for four appearances, which were continued. He failed to show up at the next or subsequent appearances. I tried to call him but his number was disconnected. I looked on the internet and found out he'd been suspended by the Florida Bar for "mental incapacitation." I've had to hire a public defender to take my case.

Can I recover my money from this guy?

Thank You,

Edward Lee


Asked on 8/05/09, 9:31 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Brent Rose The Orsini & Rose Law Firm

Maybe. You could file a case against him in small claims court.

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Answered on 8/05/09, 11:21 am


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