Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Massachusetts

Can I write to the opposing attorney if I need to let him know something and my lawyer is not available? I read that if I give consent, or if my lawyer gives consent I can contact him and have him contact me. This is not a case that is in litigation currently, and I don't intend to speak to him much, but there are times when things are urgent and I wish to give him notice of something if my lawyer isn't available right away.


Asked on 9/07/09, 12:16 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Warren Wood Law Offices of Warren Wood

You have rightly stated the general rule regarding "contact" between clients and opposing counsel. To this rule you might also add that opposing counsel (having received your lawyer's permission to have contact with you) must still agree to this contact. Many opposing lawyers find direct contact with opposing clients to be fraught with problems and risks. Most opposing counsel will probable feel better in dealing with your lawyer in all but emergency situations. Good Luck.

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Answered on 9/12/09, 2:11 pm
henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

99% of the time the answer is an emphatic no!

That is the general rule. You have described nothing in your facts or in the type of case that would suggest otherwise.

This is a question that MUST be addressed between you and your attorney. Any other attorney's advice in this matter is irrelevant.

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Answered on 9/12/09, 2:13 pm


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