Can I fire my current attorney while in the middle of a Chapter 13 bankruptcy?

You can always fire your attorney. If you do so, you will likely need a new attorney to replace the old one and you will have to pay that attorney as well. Many attorneys are reluctant for many reasons to take over a case from a fired attorney. At a minimum the new attorney will have to clean up any messes made by the prior attorney and charge appropriately to do so with a client who is obviously upset at least with the prior attorney if not the entire legal profession. That is not an optimal situation for the new attorney who needs to be paid for what must be done by a client who feels like too much was already paid although not to and through no fault of the new attorney.

You can hire another attorney and fire the old attorney.

I am so sorry to hear about your situation. Yes, you can fire your attorney any time they are not doing their job. The challenge will be finding a competent chapter 13 attorney who will take over a case in mid-stride. Bankruptcy is a very complicated process. It is wise to talk to an experienced bankruptcy attorney before deciding to take this important step. Most Arizona bankruptcy attorneys offer a free consultation about the basics of bankruptcy. Please take time to educate yourself about bankruptcy and to determine which attorney is the best to assist you in the process. Don't assume the attorney is being completely honest about their experience and capabilities. Check them out. Avoid the attorneys who advertise on TV or profess a 100% success rate in their Internet ads. It costs hundreds or thousands of dollars for these ads and someone has to pay for them - the clients. These attorneys mass produce the work and do not offer the client the hands on assistance that is necessary in a well-planned bankruptcy. Normally these firms assign all or most of the work to paralegals and the client rarely talks to an attorney. When interviewing the attorney ask them how long they have practiced bankruptcy law. Ask what percentage of their practice is focused on consumer work. Ask whether they are experienced in both chapter 7 and chapter 13 cases. Ask the attorney for references. Ask about their policy of returning phone calls. They should be committed to answering specific questions about your situation and help you understand your options. If, after talking with them you are still confused about the issues you raised, find another attorney. Check them out with the various ranking sources: such as the State Bar. An attorney is should be your guide through this process. They should educate you, be there to assist you in how to avoid pitfalls and help you plan for your future after bankruptcy. There are hundreds of "bankruptcy" attorneys in Arizona. Of those just a few will fit the criteria set forth above. Again, bankruptcy is a very complicated process and you want to use an attorney who will be there when you need them. My best to you.

Just make an appointment and go see another attorney. The new attorney will remove the old.

You can always fire your attorney.

You can get alternative counsel in the middle of a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. You find a new attorney and get them to stipulate to be your new attorney in the case.