QUESTION
Is there some law requiring a probate lawyer to disclose a personal bankruptcy?
Asked on Dec 27th, 2019 on Wills and Probate - Washington
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I hired a probate lawyer to help me administer my father's estate and ended up firing her for questionable overcharging of her fees. Then I find out she and her husband are knee deep in a bankruptcy filing. Isn't there some law that would require an attorney to disclose a bankruptcy when you are handing them hundreds of thousands of dollars to administer as a trustee? Is there anything to protect me the unknowing person looking for legal assistance and security for my estate funds?
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Lawyers are required to hold client funds in a separate account, known as an IOLTA account. If you have evidence of commingling or this account with the law firm's account or the lawyer's personal account, file a grievance (complaint) with the state bar and fire the lawyer.
Answered on Dec 28th, 2019 at 5:05 AM
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