Legal Question in Criminal Law in Virginia

can i ask for a refund from a lawyer that I want to fire?, he only appeared with me in court one time and I'm currently awaiting trial


Asked on 2/11/10, 6:55 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Sprano The Sprano Law Firm, LLP

Yes. Notify the lawyer that you no longer want him on the case and request an accounting and a refund of any unearned fees. The lawyer may bill you for time spent actually working on the case (which is usually a lot more than you probably think), but must refund any portion of your retainer not actually earned.

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Answered on 2/16/10, 9:03 am


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