where can i find an attorney to sue the united states goverment?

Answer 1

It depends on what you want to sue for... the ACLU takes on a lot of cases that violate civil liberties, and there are other agencies that will help with various issues. It's going to take a fair bit of research.

Answer 2

I don't think you can sue an entity like the government. You can sue individuals in the government, and you can even sue an agency, but you can not sue "the United States Government". I'm almost positive of that, but if I am wrong, I apologize.

Answer 3

Any attorney that feels your case is worth fighting, will take it. Most attorneys have their own specialties so you will have to do your homework. Also, word of mouth is a good way to find a good attorney Good Luck!

Answer 4

When you say "sue the U.S. government" that is a little too broad. In looking for a lawyer, or in trying to get some guidance as where to find one, you have to convey a better idea as to the nature of the complaint or grievance you have, and who it is that did you wrong.

The government as such, especially the national government, will probably be immune, or the issue will be deemed a "politicial question" and the courts will abstain from deciding it. Someone who disagrees with a war the government is conducting overseas, for example, cannot sue the government for it, although a foreign state may try to sue the U.S. Government in the World Court for violating its sovereignty, as Nicaragua did some time ago. But that's a different matter, one that involves international law (aka the law of nations), as opposed to domestic law.

Common and viable cases against government are appeals of agency decisions, suits against government entities which are specifically authorized by statute (e.g., employment discrimination lawsuits), and suits against government officials, rather than against the government or a government agency. Even that, however, is an uphill struggle, because immunity defenses are available to governmental officials sued in their official and in their individual capacities. In suits for alleged violations of constitutional rights, for example, such as wrongful arrest or excessive force, defendants routinely assert qualified immunity, as a result of which these cases are often dismissed upon the Defendant's motion for summary judgment, i.e. the Defendant wins without a trial. For the same reason, teachers cannot generally be sued for unfair grading. They exercise discretion in doing their jobs, and are given some leeway and protection from lawsuits. Police are likewise given some room for judgment, and even error. Note however, that most of the civil actions alleging violation of constitutional rights -- although brought under federal law (Section 1983 of the Civil Rights Act) -- are brought against state and local officicials or law enforcement personnel, not against federal agents or federal government officials.

As for picking an attorney, they typically specialize in particular areas of law, or a combination of practice areas, e.g., family law, personal injury, employment and labor law, criminal defense, civil rights, education law, business litigation, etc. Local bar associations often have referral lines. Lawyers that specialize are usually better lawyers in their chosen area (and more expensive). There is a definite hierarchy in quality that correlates highly with the hourly billing rate.

Many lawyers also make themselves known through the Internet, or through legal web sites. In Texas, the State Bar operates a website that allows for searches for attorneys by various categories, including location. There are also a number of legal website that offer attorney referral as one of their key services. You can even use the internet to submit your case for evaluation on a number of legal and law firm sites.

Keep in mind, however, that the practice of law is a business and that lawyers --like all other professionals -- want to make money, so to take your case, there must be potential to recover (your case must be winnable in the judgment of the attorney), or you must be willing to pay (if it is worth it to you).

There may be a rewards for winning law suits on principle (in Houston, a Bible display was removed from the civil court plaza as a result of a constitutional challenge, for example, and attorneys' fees were awarded to the prevailing plaintiffs), but these cases are rare (and there is no guarantee that a victory will not be overturned on appeal).

Answer 5

They fixed that years ago. You must ask permission to sue the government.

Answer 6

Depends on teh cause. There are those who do Social Security work, injuries, etc. If you want the Bible removed from public liraries, you could try the ACLU.

Answer 7

Good luck with that!!!

Answer 8

Do you have a job?

Answer 9

probably nowhere, it would just take too long

Answer 10

THEY HAVEN'T FOUND THAT PLANET YET.