QUESTION
For a divorce should I go to my pre trial conference even if my lawyer discourages it?
Asked on Apr 21st, 2013 on Divorce - Michigan
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I don't feel 100% confident that he has my best interests in mind.
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Each judge is different. Some want the parties there, some don't. Chances are that not much will happen at the pretrial, just a lot of technical legal stuff.
Answered on Apr 23rd, 2013 at 1:39 AM
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You have a right to go to any court hearing. If you feel the atty is not "on your side" change lawyers.
Answered on Apr 22nd, 2013 at 1:25 PM
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If you don't like or trust your lawyer, fire them and get another one.
Answered on Apr 22nd, 2013 at 1:24 PM
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You should be going to the pre-trial. I always want my client present and the Court should have sent notice to your attorney that you should also be present. If there is a chance of settling the matter it is usually at a pre-trial. You should also feel confident that your attorney is looking out for you. If you don't feel this get a new attorney.
Answered on Apr 22nd, 2013 at 1:23 PM
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Always appear in court. Better to hear what's going on and ask questions than rely on what someone else says.
Answered on Apr 22nd, 2013 at 1:23 PM
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If you are not confident in your attorney I would very strongly suggest that you consider finding alternate counsel.
Answered on Apr 22nd, 2013 at 1:21 PM