Legal Question in Legal Ethics in Kansas
Legal misconduct and ethics
what can happen to an attorney if a court issues sanctions for misconduct? What rights do clients have to protect themselves from attorneys who fail to represent there clients, or give misleading information about there case. If there is a problem, should the clients seek remidies from the presiding judge of the case.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Legal misconduct and ethics
It is unclear from your posting whether you are having problems with your attorney or the opposing attorney. If it is your attorney, if you still have a relationship, you should ask him or her why they acting the way they are. You may need to fire your attorney if you do not believe they are representing your interests. If the relationship with your attorney has deteriorated, you may then wish to contact the state bar association and ask for the disciplinary committee and file a complaint.
Sanctions can be either the payment of money for additional costs the court or opposing counsel have incurred or it can be rulings that certain evidence cannot come in or certain motions cannot be made because of the bad behavior.
I would recommend that you consult with an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction about your situtation. Again, the state bar association's referral service can help you get in touch with an attorney who is knowledgeable in the area.
Good luck!
Todd D. Epp
Kansas Bar No. 12456
SD Bar No. 0412
Todd Epp
Lynn, Jackson, Shultz & Lebrun, P.C.
PO Box 1920
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