Usually a lawyer can choose to terminate representation, as you can as well. Check your fee agreement and that issue will be covered. There are occasions when a lawyer may not withdraw e.g. too close to trial, etc. In either case, you may contact the Oregon State Bar to enter the "Fee Arbitration program" to have them look at the fees you have paid so far to determine whether they are reasonable. You may reach Cassandra Stich by phone at 503.431.6334, or via e-mail at cstich@osbar.org. You may find a good lawyer lead using www.lawyers.com.
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Answered on Dec 16th, 2011 at 5:54 PM