Lawyer Misconduct In Divorce

Summary

If your divorce lawyer lied or withheld information, you can file a complaint with the New York State Bar Association or consider suing for malpractice. Additionally, if a lawyers conflict of interest caused financial harm, you might have grounds for a malpractice suit. Nullifying a finalized divorce is challenging, but you may appeal or file a motion to vacate the judgment under certain conditions. Consult a new attorney for personalized advice.

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My divirce lied to me.
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Can you please clarify what exactly your ex-spouse lied about? Also, could you please share your location so I can provide information relevant to your jurisdiction?
Sorry. New york and i meant to write,my divorce lawyer lied to me.
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. If your lawyer lied to you in New York, you might consider:
- Filing a complaint with the New York State Bar Association
- Seeking a new lawyer
- If you've suffered damages, consider suing for malpractice
Please note this is general advice and you should consult with a legal professional.
My lawyer took on a new client who is suing the judge in my case. He had to recuse himself 12 days before the trial. This has cost me an additional $*,*
I’m sorry to hear about your situation, ****. It might be a conflict of interest, which is against New York's Rules of Professional Conduct. You can:
- File a complaint with the New York State Bar
- Sue the lawyer for malpractice
Please consult with a legal professional for advice.
My lawyer also withheld important information. The new judge and both lawyers met to discuss case. A new trial date was set and she didnt tell me for * weeks.
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. In New York, failure to communicate important information is against the Rules of Professional Conduct. You can:
- Report this to the New York State Bar Association.
- Consider finding a new lawyer.
Please consult with a legal professional for further advice.
Can a divorce be thrown out and start over
In New York, it's challenging to nullify a finalized divorce. However, you may appeal or file a motion to vacate the judgement under certain conditions. It's advisable to consult with a new attorney for your specific case.