QUESTION
How do you address the issue of you lawyer refusing to send a copy of your file upon request.
Asked on Jun 18th, 2014 on Breach of Contract - Florida
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The change of lawyer is needed since the matter at hand needs to be done by an independent lawyer and its more suited for a Barrister to address as informed. however,in order for the matter to be addressed a copy of the file is needed. the file was requested via email as well as via post. But to date, which will be almost two months the file was not sent. What is the next that should be followed in this event.
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First, lawyers dont simply give away thier work product when a client opts to change lawyers. There is usually a fee for copying and an agreement to be reached regarding outstanding fees. You should call the lawyer directly and find out what the hold up is. If you have further questions or would like to discuss retaining our services, please feel free to call 1-800-922-6442 to arrange for a FREE consultation.
Answered on Jun 23rd, 2014 at 10:06 AM
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