I have a scheduled court date for my Chapter 7 and have not received proper representation from my current attorney. Can I terminate the relationship?
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I have a scheduled court date for my Chapter 7 and have not received proper representation from my current attorney. Can I terminate the relationship?
I have paid my attorney all of his fees up front and signed all the necessary paperwork for my Chapter 7. My main goal has always been to try to save my home. My attorney has done nothing to help in this situation and I have done it all by myself. I feel like I am not getting the counsel or representation I paid for. My hearing has been scheduled. Is it possible at this stage to terminate my relationship before my trial and secure new representation? I live in North Carolina. Thank you very much.
Asked on June 24, 2009 under Bankruptcy Law, North Carolina
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
Yes most likely you will be able to terminate the relationship but must bring it up to the court -- if you are too far in, the judge may not allow you to or if he or she does allow you to terminate, must most likely continue the proceedings.
Further, try filing a complaint against this lawyer with the North Carolina State Bar.
Second, try hiring new counsel. Try www.attorneypages.com and check his or her record at the North Carolina State Bar.
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