or do they seem like they are on your side only to find out later, that they got paid the same amount, if they won or lost?
2006-07-24 18:16:51 · 12 answers · asked by chasers 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
My question is in regards to getting my 10 yr. old son out of fostercare. Police were called by someone who couldnt handle my son, and said to the police, that if someone didnt get this kid out of here, that mom might kill him!! I can't believe this has happened to us. My son and I never knew what hit us. Police just took him without an explanation. I asked the social worker after court, if I was being charged with something, and she said ,"Well, not charged, but its from what was reported in the police report". I said, Whats that? She then told me, and I about fainted. The county is treating me like the biggest criminal out there. All because someone else told them some stuff (as in hear-say) thats not even true. I had to give up custody. Now I have to jump through all their hoops! I am devistated, and I know my son cries for me everynight. I do not have that kind of money to hire my own lawyer. That is why I ask about court appt. lawyer. Should I try to hire my own, even though no $?
2006-07-24 19:06:21 · update #1
In the case of abuse of a child, courts always err on the side of the child..
That being said.. the attorney who is appointed for you is required by the canons of ethics to represent you to the best of his/her abilities. If they do not, then you *may* have grounds to appeal on ineffective assitance of counsel.
Let's assume for a moment, that the attorney is competent. You did not give us much information.. What did they do (or not do).. remember, an attorney, as an officer of the court, may not allow false testimony.
If you can show that your free attorney is not doing his/her job, then you may complain to the court and/or your bar association.
if you can, and really care about your kids, you will find a way to afford private counsel. The private attorney has a lower case load, is dedicated to your issues alone, and will give you better service. If you need a referral, contact your local or state bar association.
2006-07-24 20:03:19 · answer #1 · answered by Phil R 5 · 4⤊ 1⤋
A court appointed lawyer who is arguing cases in court everyday may actually have much more courtroom experience than a lawyer who has spent most of time doing routine work for a law firm. Not every lawyer is in the law just for the money, so don't take it for granted that you get what you pay for with lawyers.
2006-07-24 18:30:54 · answer #2 · answered by michinoku2001 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They only get paid what is allowable by the State at the time. They are bound by oath to do what is in your best interest; if you feel that you were wronged, contact your State's Disciplinary Counsel and lodge a formal complaint.
2006-07-24 18:20:24 · answer #3 · answered by D 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they do get paid the same i think but its much better for them to go private or accpt. by a big firm with alot of wins not alot of losses but either way there going home and the defendent may not if I were in deep trouble i think I would fork out some cash if i could or better yet keep your butt out of trouble.
2006-07-24 18:25:23 · answer #4 · answered by mrs.answer all 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
of course not, they just want others to think that they are doing their civic duty. They don't get paid enough as court appointed lawyers, so why should they try their best to get you off.
2006-07-24 18:24:55 · answer #5 · answered by pianist 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Theyre looking out for the best interests of the Law..and of course..the step up the ladder of success..and the brag of standing in front of a Judge as much as possible..making his or her name for themselves..
theyre looking out for No. 1..which is exactly what you should be doing.
2006-07-24 18:20:58 · answer #6 · answered by G-Bear 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are lucky as hell is hot or a real spark of personalities meet, they may be. They get paid the same whether or not you go to jail or lose your shirt.
2006-07-24 18:23:07 · answer #7 · answered by Razzle Dazzle 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the law states that they must do their best advising you in a court of law..., but then, court appointed lawyers usually have way too high a case load to be efficient.
2006-07-24 18:22:28 · answer #8 · answered by dgey1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they get paid regardless of verdict. if you go out and win your case, by facts that you can prove. you got it made. don't expect for your court appointed attorney to go out and prove your case. they get paid to represent. that is what they do. your rights are: you have the right to legal representation. not ...defense. ....so get out there and get your rump covered....get all your facts together, get ready to go to court....
2006-07-24 18:49:52 · answer #9 · answered by tgdjm 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they are overworked, waaaay overworked.
They want to plead out their cases, or settle them.
You still have to buy your justice in this country....Robert Kennedy was planning to revamp the public defender system, until he got whacked.
2006-07-24 18:21:28 · answer #10 · answered by boogiewunker 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋