Ineffective Counsel Malpractice Claim

Summary

User was sentenced to prison for drug charges. He believes his attorney committed malpractice by not submitting crucial evidence for testing, which he thinks could have changed the outcome of his case. He is now seeking a pro bono attorney in Wisconsin to file a malpractice claim against his previous attorney. He has not yet filed a complaint with the Wisconsin Office of Lawyer Regulation. The user has completed his sentence and is looking for legal assistance to proceed with his malpractice claim.

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Malpractice and ineffective counsel looking for probono attorney for claim
What state are you located in, ****? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information.
Wisconsin
What specific malpractice are you referring to? In Wisconsin, you have three years to file a malpractice claim from the date of the incident or one year from the date of discovery.
I was sent to prison because my attorney at the time did not submit evidence I went to prison for something I didn't do
What evidence was not submitted by your attorney that could have potentially changed the outcome of your case?

In Wisconsin, ineffective counsel can be grounds for appeal if it significantly affected the case outcome.
Ecstasy..
Can you please elaborate on how the evidence related to "Ecstasy" could have influenced the outcome of your case?
It turns out when they tested on my co defendant part through the Wisconsin state crime lab positive for caffeine pills.the Racine police lied and said they were real..
Did you or your attorney request a retest of the substance in question? In Wisconsin, defendants have the right to challenge the results of forensic tests.
She never tested..that's where ineffective counsel and malpractice come in
What steps have you taken so far to address this issue of ineffective counsel and malpractice?
I've been trying to find probono attorney having a hard time
What is your current location in Wisconsin? This will help me provide you with contact details of the nearest legal aid services.
Racine WI
What is the name of the attorney who represented you?

In Wisconsin, you can file a complaint against your attorney with the Office of Lawyer Regulation.
Laura Ann Walker
What is the nature of the case for which Laura Ann Walker represented you?

In Wisconsin, you can report attorney misconduct to the Office of Lawyer Regulation. Their contact number is (*) *-*.
Drug case
What type of drug was involved in your case? In Wisconsin, penalties for drug offenses vary depending on the type and quantity of the drug involved.
Thc, ecstasy
What was the quantity of THC and ecstasy involved in your case? In Wisconsin, the penalties for possession of THC and ecstasy can vary based on the quantity involved.
Like * grams
In Wisconsin, possession of * grams of THC or ecstasy is a felony punishable by up to *.5 years in prison and a fine of up to $*,*.
Ok I did time for it already
What steps have you taken so far to appeal your case?
I been trying to find a probono attorney
What is the status of your appeal? Have you filed any paperwork yet?

In Wisconsin, you can contact the State Public Defender's Office at (*) *-* for assistance with appeals.
It's been appealed I have been resentenced
What was the outcome of your resentencing?
I intially had * charges maintenance drug house, paraphernalia and x and thc..they dropped they recharged maintenance and thc
What was the outcome of the recharged maintenance and THC charges?
They same time I did
What was the sentence for the recharged maintenance and THC charges?
2years in and out my initial sentence
What is the current status of your case? Are you still serving your sentence or have you completed it?
It's ended Feb 10th *
What are your next steps now that your case has ended?
Hire probono attorney can you reference
What type of legal assistance are you seeking from the pro bono attorney?
Proceeding withMalpractice/ineffective counsel claim
What specific actions or lack thereof do you believe your previous attorney committed that constitute malpractice or ineffective counsel?
She didn't get my evidence tested and I wouldn't of went to prison for it...I would have had lower charges and would not have had went to prison
What evidence are you referring to that wasn't tested by your previous attorney?
Ecstasy
What steps have you taken so far to file a malpractice claim against your previous attorney?
I haven't that's why I'm talking to you I need attorney
What is the name of the court where your case was heard? This will help me provide you with the contact details of the nearest legal aid services.
Name of court?
Could you please specify the name of the court where your case was heard?
Racine WI
What is the exact name of the court in Racine, WI where your case was heard? This will help me provide you with the contact details of the court.
Yes
Could you please provide the exact name of the court in Racine, WI where your case was heard?
I'm sorry I didn't understand..name of court?
The court where your case was heard, was it the Racine County Circuit Court?
Correct
What is the current status of your malpractice claim against your previous attorney?
There isn't a status... trying to get status
Have you filed a complaint against your previous attorney with the Office of Lawyer Regulation in Wisconsin?
No.. just looking for lawyer
What type of lawyer are you looking for? A criminal defense lawyer or a legal malpractice lawyer?
Probono I guess civil rights
What specific civil rights do you believe were violated in your case?
Malpractice and ineffective counsel
What steps have you taken so far to find a pro bono attorney? In Wisconsin, you can contact the State Bar's Pro Bono Program at (*) *-* for assistance.
I been looking and can't find one
Have you tried reaching out to the Wisconsin State Public Defender's Office? They might be able to provide assistance or refer you to a pro bono attorney. Their contact number is (*) *-*.
No
Have you considered contacting the Wisconsin State Bar's Lawyer Referral and Information Service? They might be able to assist you in finding a pro bono attorney. Their contact number is (*) *-*.
Ok
What specific actions or lack thereof do you believe your previous attorney committed that constitute malpractice or ineffective counsel?
Not submitting the pills t Wisconsin state crime lab like they did my co defendant
Did your co-defendant's attorney submit the pills for testing and what were the results?
Yes, caffeine pills
What steps have you taken so far to address the issue of the pills not being tested?
Trying to take steps by finding a lawyer to represent me
Have you contacted the Wisconsin State Bar's Lawyer Referral and Information Service? They can help you find a pro bono attorney. Their contact number is (*) *-*.
No
Have you considered filing a complaint against your previous attorney with the Wisconsin Office of Lawyer Regulation? Their contact number is (*) *-*.
Not yet
What is the reason for not filing a complaint against your previous attorney with the Wisconsin Office of Lawyer Regulation?

In Wisconsin, you can report attorney misconduct to the Office of Lawyer Regulation. Their contact number is (*) *-*.
I didn't know bout it
What is the name of the attorney you believe committed malpractice? This will help in filing a complaint with the Wisconsin Office of Lawyer Regulation.