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Lawyers & Courts
: Complaints and Disputes
The section offers information about your alternatives if you are having a problem with your lawyer. Lawyers are issued licenses to practice on a state-by-state basis. Each state , in turn, has a different system of rules that govern a lawyer's conduct and how lawyers are disciplined. Many of the resources in this section were prepared by state or local bar associations for legal consumers. Some of the resources tell you how to file a complaint against a lawyer. Other publications provide tips on how to avoid formal disciplinary actions through mediation or direct discussions with your lawyer. In some instances, simple contact information is offered, while other publications explain the applicable disciplinary procedures.
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General Information
Links to general resources related to complaints about attorneys & judges.
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Initial Considerations
Explains what the disciplinary process can do for you and what it cannot.
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Typical Problems
Not every lawyer action constitutes unethical conduct.
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Possible Solutions
Most of the time, you can settle complaints on your own, either by talking directly to the lawyer, or if you want, by dismissing the lawyer and hiring another one.
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State Information
Specific complaint and disciplinary information for lawyers and judges in your state.
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