The Law and You
My lawyer didn't do what I wanted - can I do anything?
- Discuss your concerns with your lawyer.
- You have the right to question your lawyer's actions so that you understand what's going
on.
- Your lawyer is supposed to act on your instructions and in your best interests.
- They must also follow the ethical standards required by the legal profession.
- Also, lawyers are considered officers of the court which means they are obligated to act
certain ways in court.
- If you have concerns about your lawyer's conduct or professional ethics, contact the Law
Society.
- Sometimes your lawyer has done everything possible for you, however, the actions of the
opposing party or a decision of the court did not allow you to get what you want.
- See another lawyer if you are concerned that your legal problem may have been
mishandled.
- You have the right to sue a lawyer for incompetence or negligence.
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