When Florida residents like you are in legal trouble, you turn to a lawyer for help. But who do you turn to if you believe your lawyer doesn't have your best interests at the forefront of their mind? We at , are here to talk about what a...
Month: August 2019
Has your lawyer misused your funds?
As a resident of Florida who is currently going through legal strife, you will likely be relying on your lawyer for numerous things. But what do you do if the lawyer you rely on has failed you or betrayed your trust in some way?Unfortunately, lawyers don't always do...
What information can your attorney share publicly?
In today’s world, information flows freely. That often can includes details about legal matters in Florida, which (if you happen to be involved) you might just as soon prefer be kept private. Your desire to not have the specific details of a matter that you are...
Attorney-client privilege holds even in digital age
Florida attorneys commonly communicate with clients about problems that need to be kept confidential for a wide variety of reasons. This has always been a primary reason for the principle of attorney-client privilege.Given that even the major credit rating agencies...
Reviewing regulations for lawyer/non-lawyer partnerships
A major element of legal services is the avoidance of any appearance of a conflict of interest. When you hire an attorney in Florida, they must provide you with the best representation that is free of any influence from obligations to or affiliations with other...
Defining an attorney’s duties when managing assets
There may be times when, in the course of working with an attorney in Florida, that you be required to entrust said attorney with assets and property related to your representation. You likely maintain a high level of trust with your attorney (as have many of the...
What are some signs of a bad attorney?
When you need legal assistance, you want to rest assured that your attorney is skilled at practicing law. While most attorneys go above and beyond for their clients, the fact remains that some lawyers offer subpar assistance, which can lead to negative outcomes for...
How should attorneys conduct themselves during trials?
When people speak of courtroom etiquette, they're often referring to the behavior of plaintiffs and defendants. However, attorneys must also adhere to a strict code of conduct, no matter how high tensions rise during a trial. South Source offers the...
Law firm accused of failing to meet timely filing deadlines
Lawsuits against lawyers and legal firms may seem to many in Florida to be a bit of an oddity given that most might assume such professionals to have such a strong understanding of the laws governing their respective fields that they would always operate inside of...