Ok the attorney that is representing us for an auto accident also just sent is a letter of a judgement he is collecting for another client. Is this legal for an Attorney to do this?
2007-05-29 07:43:42 · 11 answers · asked by Utopia 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
No that is a conflict.
However, if he has previously disclosed to you and you have agreed to it, it is not a problem. Nevertheless, since you brought up the question on Yahoo ! Answers, it is a problem to you. In fact, it is even unethical if somebody in the same law firm is handling a case against you.
I would report him to the Bar Association or the Disciplinary Board of the Court system.
2007-05-29 07:53:09 · answer #1 · answered by Mark 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Technically, that would be a conflict of interest. But more than likely, he isn't aware of the collection letter.
Some law firms take collection work to bring in extra money. The lawyer himself doesn't write or sign the letter. It is written on the law firm letter head by one of the legal secretaries and/or paralegals, and then the signature is done by a secretary (with authorization to do so for the express purpose of collecting debt only).
Contact the firm and explain the situation. Find out what the lawyer thinks.
2007-05-29 08:19:12 · answer #2 · answered by volleyballchick (cowards block) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. There is conflict of interest. Attorney, if represented the other client at the time you hired him, should not have taken your case. If he got hired by other client (collection) after you had already hired him, then he should not have represented him.
2007-05-29 10:25:59 · answer #3 · answered by Raja 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No its a conflict of interest. This also shows you how much he is dedicated to your case. If he can't even recognize your name prior to sending out the collection notice perhaps its time to find another accident lawyer.
2007-05-31 16:51:03 · answer #4 · answered by Jason m 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO, it goes against the ethics code for attorneys. Tell your lawyer that a conflict has arisen. He should refer you to someone else. If he gives you a hard time, report him to the state bar.
2007-05-29 07:54:08 · answer #5 · answered by lawmom 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No - you should report this immediately to your state Bar association. Make a copy of the letter you received and confront him with it. If necessary you'll need the judge in your action to permit you to take another lawyer (at THIS lawyer's expense).
2007-05-29 11:46:13 · answer #6 · answered by tails 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No! that is clearly a conflict of interest! You should contact your attorney immediately.
2007-05-29 08:02:32 · answer #7 · answered by Rachel M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is unethical, he is to avoid the appearance of impropriety. this would appear improper, but if I were you I would schedule a sitdown with the attorney and discuss your concerns. He should now withdraw from both cases if he truly is represnting both of you.
2007-05-29 07:54:36 · answer #8 · answered by Lori B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO.... it is a conflict of interest. Very unethical... You need to contact the BAR association in your state and make a complaint!
2007-05-29 08:09:07 · answer #9 · answered by Dog Lover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No its not legal. But you should update yourself with the proper and exact information for your issue. i would recommend you to go through the following website to get the correct and brief information. Thanks
http://www.usalegalcare.com/accident.htm
2007-05-30 19:30:50 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋