What should I do if my attorney is not doing their job?

A client has the ultimate power to make decisions regarding resolution in the case. If you feel like your lawyer is ignoring you, make sure you clearly document in phone calls and emails what you want them to do. You can also consult the Washington Bar to seek their assistance in mediating the dispute.

What happens if a lawyer makes a mistake?

If, however, your lawyer makes a mistake in handling your legal matter that no reasonable attorney would have made and you lost money because of it, it is called malpractice, and you can sue.

What can a lawyer do if they break the law?

Each state has a lawyer disciplinary agency to enforce these rules. The agency can impose monetary fines, require the lawyer to make restitution (such as return stolen money), suspend a lawyer’s license to practice law, or disbar the attorney.

Can a lawyer go to the state bar for malpractice?

However, you may not want to go to the state bar to complain about your attorney just yet. If, after many attempts to communicate with your attorney are met with silence, write your lawyer a firm letter asking why they are not responding to you. You should not threaten legal malpractice claims in your letter.

What to do if your attorney is not doing a good job?

One of the best things that you can do if you feel that your attorney is not doing a good job is to get another law firm to look at your situation. These second opinions do not have to cost very much as it will probably only last an hour or two.

Why do I have problems with my lawyer?

Perhaps your lawyer has failed to keep you informed about your case, to meet deadlines or to do what you believe is quality work. Maybe your lawyer has sent you a bill for far more than you believe is reasonable.

Why do I get mad at my lawyer?

For any number of reasons, you may be mad at a lawyer you hired to do legal work for you. Perhaps your lawyer has failed to keep you informed about your case, to meet deadlines or to do what you believe is quality work. Maybe your lawyer has sent you a bill for far more than you believe is reasonable.