QUESTION
Should I file a malpractice Suit on my lawyer?
Asked on Dec 16th, 2012 on Automobile Accidents - Washington
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How do I know if I have a case? I hired him for a car accident and now he just decided to not be my lawyer anymore. He left me with a little over a month until the Statute of limitations is going to expire. He also wants to get paid, so he is going to file a lein against my insurance. No one wants to take my case because its so close to the statute so I'm going to have to do it alone. I know this is wrong, but is it illegal?
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A lawyer may withdraw from a case for "good cause" if the withdrawal can be accomplished without material adverse effect on the interests of a client. The Rules of Professional Responsibility require that the attorney allow time for the employment of other counsel (See RPC 1.16).
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Answered on Dec 17th, 2012 at 11:55 AM