Lawyer Communication Legal Requirements

Summary

Lawyers in Nevada have an ethical duty to communicate with clients, keeping them informed and responding to reasonable requests for information. Failure to do so can be grounds for a complaint with the State Bar of Nevada. If you experience this, you can file a grievance or seek new representation. To get a refund, request an itemized bill, negotiate directly, or file a fee dispute with the State Bar.

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is it legal for a lawyer not to communicate with you even though you’ve consistently tried to contact them about your case and they weren’t communicating with you until day of court
Hi ****!
In Nevada, attorneys have an ethical duty to communicate with their clients. Key points include:
- Lawyers must keep clients reasonably informed.
- They should promptly comply with reasonable requests for information.
- Failure to communicate may be grounds for a complaint with the State Bar of Nevada.
Are you considering filing a complaint or seeking new representation?
Yes
Got it, ****. Here’s what you can do:
- **File a Complaint**: Contact the State Bar of Nevada to file a grievance against your attorney for lack of communication.
- **Seek New Representation**: Consider hiring a new lawyer who will better communicate with you about your case.
Would you like contact details for the State Bar of Nevada? Or assistance finding a new attorney?
yes

State Bar of Nevada


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * W Charleston Blvd, Suite *, Las Vegas, NV *
Website: www.nvbar.org

Would you like assistance in finding a new attorney or information on how to proceed with your complaint?
Yes
Alright, ****. Here are some options:
- **Finding a New Attorney**: You can visit the State Bar of Nevada's website for a list of licensed attorneys.
- **Proceeding with Your Complaint**: Fill out the grievance form available on the State Bar of Nevada's website.
Do you need assistance with anything else?
Yes how do I get a refund for my money paid to that lawyer
To seek a refund from your lawyer, you can:
- **Request an Itemized Bill**: Ask your lawyer for a detailed statement of services provided.
- **Negotiate Directly**: Communicate your concerns and request a refund directly from the lawyer.
- **File a Fee Dispute**: Contact the State Bar of Nevada to initiate a fee dispute resolution.
Would you like guidance on filing a fee dispute?