QUESTION
If I moved to another state, will a lawyer still be able to represent me?
Asked on Feb 25th, 2014 on Litigation - Nevada
13 ANSWERS
Michael J. Breczinski
Do you mean in the new State or the old one?
Answered on Mar 03rd, 2014 at 11:52 PM
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Without more information.. like the type of case, I have absolutely no idea.
Answered on Mar 03rd, 2014 at 4:54 PM
Edwin K. Niles
If he is licensed in the new state.
Answered on Mar 03rd, 2014 at 4:47 PM
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I assume you mean in the old state. Sure, if there is an ongoing case or you have property or issues that need to be resolved there.
Answered on Feb 28th, 2014 at 7:34 PM
Normally yes, but your situation may be different. Just ask the lawyer.
Answered on Feb 28th, 2014 at 7:25 PM
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I think what you are asking is if you move, will a lawyer in the original state you lived in be able to continue your representation. Probably, though that may depend on the type of matter on which you are represented. Most likely, if a legal matter is begun in the original state, it will stay there. You may have to return for depositions or hearings, but meanwhile, with phone, fax, e-mail, Skype you can stay in touch with your original lawyer.
Answered on Feb 28th, 2014 at 7:15 PM
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Yes, usually. If the matter is here in Kansas then your Kansas attorney should still be able to represent you. You will just communicate by phone or e-mail rather than in person.
Answered on Feb 28th, 2014 at 7:13 PM
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Yes, but you will have to come to California to attend a trial or hearing.
Answered on Feb 28th, 2014 at 5:49 AM
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Most lawyers are licensed in 1 State and limit their practice to that State. Certainly they can gain licensure in other States as well, but will typically only do so if they have enough business to justify the cost of being so licensed. If your attorney is licensed in the State in which your matter pends, or will be brought, then that lawyer can certainly continue to be your lawyer. It will not matter if you move to another State, except to the extent that you will need to return to the State that has jurisdiction over you claim when necessary for things like depositions, Trial, etc.
Answered on Feb 28th, 2014 at 5:49 AM
Yes if it is a misdemeanor.
Answered on Feb 28th, 2014 at 5:48 AM
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Your residence is irrelevant once the lawsuit is filed.
Answered on Feb 28th, 2014 at 5:48 AM
Criminal Defense Attorney serving Alhambra, CA
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Francis John Cowhig
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Yes, but if a lawsuit is filed, you will have to make sure that you will be present for depositions, if necessary, and the trial of the case.
Answered on Feb 28th, 2014 at 5:47 AM
James Edward Smith
Yes. A lot of people have out of state lawyers.
Answered on Feb 28th, 2014 at 5:47 AM