QUESTION
Can I sue my court appointed lawyer for legal malpractice is she would never answer the phone or return my calls?
Asked on Nov 20th, 2013 on Personal Injury - Idaho
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As a result I missed a court date. She did not process subpoenas and did not do what she told me she would do. It cost me $5,000.00 to get out of jail. I went thru withdrawals and had a mild heart attack while in jail. She does this to all her clients I’ve talked to. I think she should lose her license to practice law.
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Sounds like malpractice if you can prove it. what does she say about it all?
Answered on Nov 26th, 2013 at 9:00 AM
Ronald A. Steinberg
File a grievance. Get another lawyer who will petition the court to "fix" what the lawyer screwed up.
Answered on Nov 22nd, 2013 at 11:46 AM
James Eugene Hasser
I don't know if her conduct rises to the level of malpractice, but you can file a grievance with the Bar Association and they will investigate and take action if appropriate. Good luck.
Answered on Nov 22nd, 2013 at 10:50 AM
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File a complaint with the bar association and see what happens.
Answered on Nov 22nd, 2013 at 10:49 AM
Report her conduct to the State Bar Association. Whether she was court appointed or selected by you the legal duty of care is the same. It sounds as though you have a case but you must also prove that her conduct caused you an injury.
Answered on Nov 22nd, 2013 at 10:49 AM
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You can, but first file a complaint with the local grievance committee. They do take these matters seriously. Since you have talked with other clients as well, if there are more complaints, that will get more attention.
Answered on Nov 22nd, 2013 at 10:49 AM