Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New York

payment for services not requested
When the family home was sold in 2003 I had to give my power of attorney to a lawyer hired by my siblings. Instead of returning it to me as promised he said he lost it. Then the document proving the mortgage extinguishment disappeared and the bank held a down payment of $14,750. A year later I requested information from the lawyer and was told he was no longer involved as my sister was handling it. I was informed in 2008 via email first by my sister, then the lawyer the money was available and needed my mailing address and permission to be released .
I sent my mailing address but no authorization. No papers arrived so I sent a letter. The lawyer replied a check was sent DHL but returned as no one was home and I hadn�t given a phone number; which wasn�t requested! I mentioned I hadn�t given permission to distribute the money and wire transfer is the best way to send money. He replied it was impossible and was going to bill me for services I hadn�t requested! I don�t know who has the money and haven�t asked as he may request payment again. Am I obliged to pay?

Asked on 6/23/08, 4:22 am

jeffrey lazroe Jeffrey A. Lazroe attorney at law

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Re: payment for services not requested

How much money are you out? This has been going on for five (5) years. Don't you think that you should have received it by this time.

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Answered on 6/23/08, 2:35 pm

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