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Professional Liability
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Answered 9 months ago by Jack Mevorach (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Is there a retainer agreement or other writing authorizing the disbursement? Jack
Is there a retainer agreement or other writing authorizing the disbursement? Jack

Contingency Fee-Based Representation for CPA Malpractice Case

Answered a year ago by Jack Mevorach (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Consider a combined fee: flat fee plus reduced contingency.  Jack
Consider a combined fee: flat fee plus reduced contingency.  Jack

How can I stop my lawyer from terminating legal representation without my consent and force him to answer my questions and share proofs?

Answered a year and a month ago by Jack Mevorach (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
An attorney can petition a court to be relieved as counsel without the consent of the client.  Unless there are unusual circumstances, an attorney should answer your questions and furnish proof you request. Jack
An attorney can petition a court to be relieved as counsel without the consent of the client.  Unless there are unusual circumstances, an... Read More

I gave a lawyer a sizeable retainer fee without signing any formalized agreement, and I want it back

Answered a year and 2 months ago by Jack Mevorach (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you haven't signed a retainer agreement and no work has been done, you're entitled to a full refund. Jack
If you haven't signed a retainer agreement and no work has been done, you're entitled to a full refund. Jack

Where can I make a complaint about a misrepresentation from an immigration lawyer. My n400 was denied due to lack of knowledge from the professional

Answered a year and 2 months ago by Jack Mevorach (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The Grievance Committee disciplines attorneys for violations of the Rules of Professional Conduct.  You can demand arbitration of a fee dispute.  For both, contact the Office of Court Administration.  Jack
The Grievance Committee disciplines attorneys for violations of the Rules of Professional Conduct.  You can demand arbitration of a fee... Read More

Can I sue a law firm

Answered a year and 6 months ago by Jack Mevorach (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Have a free telephone consultation with counsel.  Jack
Have a free telephone consultation with counsel.  Jack

Telephone number of Lava&Levine

Answered a year and 6 months ago by Jack Mevorach (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Go here: NYS Unified Court System  >  Attorneys  >  Attorney Directory.  For further assistance,  contact NYS Office of Court Administration. Jack
Go here: NYS Unified Court System  >  Attorneys  >  Attorney Directory.  For further assistance,  contact NYS... Read More

Should I ask the opposing counsel to respect the agreement as my attorney is not?

Answered a year and 7 months ago by Jack Mevorach (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Did your attorney sign the settlement agreement?  What does your retainer agreement say? Jack
Did your attorney sign the settlement agreement?  What does your retainer agreement say? Jack

Can we as a family demand that our lawyer release funds from a house sale that we know he has

Answered a year and 8 months ago by Jack Mevorach (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
An attorney is not permitted to retain funds that belong to another person(s).  You are best advised to make a written demand.   Jack
An attorney is not permitted to retain funds that belong to another person(s).  You are best advised to make a written demand.   Jack
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