QUESTION
How do I get my money back since attorney will not take the case?
Asked on Jun 13th, 2013 on Criminal Law - Texas
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I gave my son's attorney money for a retainer but we are not able to raise the rest of the funds so the attorney advised in the best interest of my son's case to go with a public defender.
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DUI Attorney serving Grove City, OH
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Law Office of John G. Galasso
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Request he refund any used portion and ask for a billing statement; If he refuses, file a complaint with the local bar association
Answered on Jun 14th, 2013 at 5:03 AM
Geoffrey MacLaren Yaryan
You write him a letter and demand that he returned all unused funds and to provide an itemized accounting of any money he retains and what it was used for. If he claims the money was non-refundable, then he is not telling the truth because such a clause is unethical and unenforceable. If he fails to respond then contact the California Bar and they will help you.
Answered on Jun 14th, 2013 at 5:02 AM
Administrative/ Regulatory Attorney serving Airway Heights, WA
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Clinton Law Office
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Did you sign a contract? Your right to the refund may be controlled by that contract. In general, ask for a refund. Non-refundable retainers must be earned these days.
Answered on Jun 14th, 2013 at 5:01 AM
Thomas Edward Gates
If he refuses to give the money back, file a State Bar complaint.
Answered on Jun 14th, 2013 at 5:00 AM
Drug Charges Attorney serving Houston, TX
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Cynthia Henley
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You can ask but if the lawyer has done work on the case, that lawyer is entitled to be compensated for the lawyer's time. You can ask for a detailed billing statement if the lawyer does not return all of the money.
Answered on Jun 14th, 2013 at 4:59 AM