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If an attorney represented your granny and now represents your ex is that a conflict of interest?
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∙ 12y ago
not if her case is finished. also if they are separate cases that doesn't deal directly with your granny and you ex then the attorney can accept both cases without conflict of interest.
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Is it a conflict of interest for an attorney and client to have dinner?
no
If you consulted with an attorney and your mother hired him for matters against you is that misconduct?
That attorney has a conflict of interest.
Is it illegal to represent 2 clients that are trying to get a restraining order against each other?
Yes, that individual would have a "Conflict of Interest." Both must represented by a diifferent attorney.
Is it a conflict of interest that your divorce attorney is good friends and speaks daily with a woman your husband would like to marrY?
Absoultely! If your soon-to-be ex husband is in a relationship with this woman it is a serious conflict. How can you expect to get fair and unbiased legal representation? Find another attorney, file against this attorney for conflict of interest and get on with the divorce!
Is it a conflict of interest that the divorce lawyer is best friends with your wife?
Well exactly how close are these best friends? Who is the BF Attorney representing? I mean really would you honestly feel comfotable with this situation??? Yes it is a conflict of interest and the best friend attorney shpould excuse himself from the case due to a conflict of interest.
Is it illegal for an attorney to represent both parties in a divorce?
Yes. That would be a conflict of interest.
When was A Conflict of Interest created?
"A Conflict of Interest" was created in 1993 by author Adam Mitzner. The novel is a legal thriller that follows the story of a successful attorney who becomes entangled in a complex web of deception and betrayal.
Is it a conflict of interest for a divorce attorney to hire a client and continue to represent them in cases related to the divorce?
The question is a little confusing, but no, it's not usually a conflict of interest for an attorney to represent someone who works for them, or who is also a client they're representing in other cases. (After all, an attorney is supposed to do the best possible job for their client.)
My attorney did not disclose he was partners with the opposing attorney. Is that a conflict of interest?
Yes. In the states I practice in it is definitely a conflict of interest and must be completely disclosed and the client given the option to find other counsel. If you are unhappy with the settlement, you should file a grievance with the state bar commission.
What do you call it when your attorney starts treating you the client with contempt?
You would call that a conflict of interest, misrepresentation, etc .
Is there a law against someone finding out who you will get for an attorney and going there before you to obtain counsel and create conflict of interest?
No.
Would it be a conflict of interest if my husband were to use the attorney that his ex-wife works for as a divorce attorney now?
Yes, it could be considered a conflict of interest due to the potential bias or influence that the ex-wife's connection may have on the legal proceedings. It's advisable to seek legal counsel from someone who does not have a direct relationship with any involved parties.
