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Question: How do I complain
about a Lawyer?
Answer: Talk to your
lawyer first or ask to speak to a Senior Partner.
Probably 75% of complaints against lawyers result from lack
of communication. If you feel that you have done
everything possible to settle the problem with your lawyer
without success, you can file a formal complaint.
Examples of Misconduct
The Rules of Professional
Conduct cover a wide range of lawyer conduct and misconduct
that may be cause for discipline. Some examples of
misconduct are:
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Neglect of your legal
matter; failure to communicate with you.
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Dishonesty, fraud, deceit
or misrepresentation in a case.
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Revealing your confidential
information.
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Withdrawing money without
your approval.
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Charging excessive or
unreasonable fees.
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Failing to follow court
rules and procedures.
If you
believe that a lawyer has acted unethically or question the
conduct of a lawyer, your state or local bar association can tell you how to file
a complaint.
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