QUESTION
Can my retained attorney fail to show for court hearing and request additional money at the time the hearing is to begin
Asked on Jul 23rd, 2013 on Legal Malpractice - Florida
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I retained an attorney to represent me for a divorce/custody hearing. We were trying to get the case dismissed in one state and refile in the actual state that I reside. The dismissal was contested by the opposing party and a continuance was requested at the last minute. I do not live in the state in which the hearing was being held. My attorney contacted me finally after constant calls and messages to him the day before stating he needed more money and barring that he could no longer represent me. If my parents had not attended the hearing I do not know what would have happened. Can I file a complaint against the attorney
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Consumer Debt Collector Harassment & Abuse Attorney serving Tampa, FL
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Tischhauser Law Group
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Yes. I suspect his Bar will be concerned if his action prejudiced you in some fashion or were part of a "shake down"
Answered on Jul 23rd, 2013 at 12:51 PM
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