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ABA Family Legal Guide
When and How to Use a Lawyer
1.5 When Things Go Wrong
- I lost my case, and I still had to pay my lawyer's bill along with costs and expenses. I am not very happy with my lawyer. What can I do?
- I have tried to discuss my complaints with my lawyer. However, my lawyer will not discuss them. Do I have any alternatives?
- What if I feel that my lawyer has acted unethically?
- What are some specific examples of the ethical duties of lawyers?
- Where can I file a complaint against my lawyer?
- My lawyer's incompetence meant that I lost my case. What can I do?
- My lawyer settled my case out of court and refuses to pay me my share of the settlement. What can I do about it?
- If I am having a problem with my lawyer, is there any reason that I would want to call the police?
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