Summary
In Arkansas, violating an automatic stay in bankruptcy can lead to penalties including damages, attorneys fees, and punitive damages. If a lawyer acts without clients consent, the client may have grounds to file a complaint with the Arkansas Judiciary. If unsatisfied with the current lawyers services, it might be beneficial to seek new counsel.Full Conversation
our lawyer asked for a body attachment in bankruptcy against the debtor and violated the automatic stay without our knowledge and now we are being sued.
Did you receive any written communication from your lawyer about the body attachment request?
In Arkansas, violating an automatic stay in bankruptcy can lead to penalties.
no
What is the name of the court where the bankruptcy case is being handled?
arkansas bankruptcy court?
What is the specific location of the Arkansas Bankruptcy Court handling your case?
chapter *?
"Chapter *" refers to a type of bankruptcy, not a location. Could you please provide the city or county where your case is being handled?
Little Rock Arkansas
Arkansas Bankruptcy Court is located at * W 2nd St, Little Rock, AR *. You can contact them at (*) *-*. Violating an automatic stay can lead to penalties including damages, attorney's fees, and punitive damages.
Our lawyer keeps charging us and is not taking responsibility. Anything we can do?
Did you sign a written agreement with your lawyer outlining their responsibilities and fees? In Arkansas, you can file a complaint against your lawyer with the Arkansas Judiciary if they violate professional conduct rules.
yes, but we had no choice or knowledge about the body attachment
If your lawyer acted without your consent, you may have grounds to file a complaint with the Arkansas Judiciary. Their contact is (*) *-*, located at * Marshall St, Little Rock, AR *.
should we seek new council?
If you're unsatisfied with your current lawyer's services, it might be beneficial to seek new counsel. Have you considered this before?
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