Legal Question in Construction Law in Indiana

Re: Contractor Swindle

Are you familiar with this notion: "when you are told three times that you are dead, the least you could do is lie down?" That one came from somebody's grandmother in San Francisco. I suggest you review your situation again to see if you have yourself contributed to the problem. Of course I do not know your lawyer, but it is very unlikely that his or her reluctance to file a counterclaim arises from his fear of any law firm. Lawyers are not scared of one another. And big firms have no more access to "justice" than sole practitioners. Without more details in your query, I can't say why there has been no counterclaim. For one thing, a basic defense may be sufficient to defend your rights. Maybe there is no adequate basis for the counterclaim. Contrary to popular belief, lawyers do not file lawsuits willy-nilly, but must have some reasonable basis for believing they have a case. Maybe your lawyer is otherwise demoralized. Have you been cheerfully paying your attorney fees? We all like a chance to have a satisfied client. You will have a hard time finding someone to substitute in for your current lawyer, because those of us with experience know too well that a dissatisfied client will remain dissatisfied, whomever represents him. So, meditate on what you need from this situation to be happy. Then go ask you lawyer, or a new lawyer, if that can be achieved. Contact your local county bar association for a referral. Ask for someone with experience in construction law. Good luck.