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We have continued to work because the courts require us to carry on, but when those who owe us money are having to stay home & not draw a paycheck, they cannot pay us. That certainly affects the bottom line. We hope that once this is truly over, that we can get back to getting paid by clients &...
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We have continued to work because the courts require us to carry on, but when those who owe us money are having to stay home & not draw a paycheck, they cannot pay us. That certainly affects the bottom line. We hope that once this is truly over, that we can get back to getting paid by clients & debtors. However, I think we may be premature in opening with little to no restrictions. All of us in this office have compromised immunity & we must be concerned that many people are taking this killer virus so cavalierly. We will maintain guard on our door & try to avoid contact with people who don't really need our contact by utilizing technology to communicate. We certainly don't want to come into contact with those who don't seem to care that they may infect one of us.
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You don't say which state you live in, so you definitely need to consult an attorney in your jurisdiction. FILE AN EVICTION!! You may also have a second count in your suit for the note he signed, depending on whether it is adequately worded. Again, you need a lawyer. You were foolish to provide...
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You don't say which state you live in, so you definitely need to consult an attorney in your jurisdiction. FILE AN EVICTION!! You may also have a second count in your suit for the note he signed, depending on whether it is adequately worded. Again, you need a lawyer. You were foolish to provide such intimate care for your tenant, so I hope you have learned that you are not everyone's momma and should not take that on unless there is an agreement to pay for the services, which would provide you with an additional count in your suit. Bottom line: SEE AN ATTORNEY! Also, there are in my jurisdiction, forms available for use in leasing premises. If you sell houses, you are likely aware that they exist and where to find them. I suggest that the lawyer you talk to will review the form and determine what in it fits your needs and what does not. Even is your "lease" with this tenant was oral, SEE AN ATTORNEY.
I remind myself of that old adage that says, 'people will not always remember what you said, but they WILL recall how you made them feel.' I often must repeat what I have already told a client, thinking that any reasonable person would remember it. Then, I tell myself that when someone comes to...
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I remind myself of that old adage that says, 'people will not always remember what you said, but they WILL recall how you made them feel.' I often must repeat what I have already told a client, thinking that any reasonable person would remember it. Then, I tell myself that when someone comes to me, it is out of a sense of need and often, utter desperation -- something that to them is life-changing and disturbing. To expect that they are totally reasonable and rational is unrealistic. I try to make my clients feel okay about their situation. I say, many times, that it is fixable, but will take time to be fixed. I am not in retail, but I think the principle is similar, if not the same absolutely.
Persons coming to a law office -- something they do not do often -- are concerned about many things -- what will it cost? Does the lawyer act like those I see on television? Will she be able to handle my case? Will I understand what she is talking about, or will the legalese be too much for me? ...
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Persons coming to a law office -- something they do not do often -- are concerned about many things -- what will it cost? Does the lawyer act like those I see on television? Will she be able to handle my case? Will I understand what she is talking about, or will the legalese be too much for me?
I try to be a real person with my clients. If they are making life-changing decisions, or if they are faced with difficult matters and they have never had experience with the issues, they don't need someone who talks condescendingly. I try to apply empathy to their situation, and "take a walk in their shoes" so that I can get a personal understanding of what they are going through. Sometimes, I must speak to them as a parent. Sometimes, they need a a non-judgmental friend. They need to know that I am on their side and will do what I can FOR them. I seek solutions for problems. If we don't have to fight in court, I am pleased that I have helped to work something out that results in a win-win.
I, of course, do this for a living, so I want to be paid for my services, so I must speak frankly about the costs of their case. Having had experience with finances of my own, I can relate to clients about that, as well.
I hope all lawyers take a friendly approach to their clients, but I KNOW that they all don't. Some see each client as a checkbook and I get that, but I like people (well, MOST people) so I think person first, then payment. We all receive the basic education in law school. It's how one uses it for their fellowman that distinguishes us from each other.
Your use of the word "abandon" gives me a heads up. No lawyer should ever "abandon" a case. That said, there are many reasons why a lawyer might withdraw from a case. When a circumstance arises that the lawyer can no longer effectively work the case or deal with the clients, or any of the myriad...
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Your use of the word "abandon" gives me a heads up. No lawyer should ever "abandon" a case. That said, there are many reasons why a lawyer might withdraw from a case. When a circumstance arises that the lawyer can no longer effectively work the case or deal with the clients, or any of the myriad other reasons for withdrawing from a case, the attorney should, and must, withdraw via motion to the court (if suit has been filed) and getting the court's approval to withdraw.The client would be taking a risky step to represent himself/herself pro se. The old adage is, "he who would be his own lawyer, has a fool for a client". There are many variables that should be analyzed before an answer can be made to you question.Settling cases should be done by those who have the knowledge of the consequences of settling. If the settlement sought is with an insurance company, just be aware that the insurance company is represented by lawyer(s) who will seek every advantage for his/her client and do not owe the other party any allegiance or loyalty. If one's negotiation skills are not strong, I would not suggest entering that minefield without a trained professional who knows what to watch for.
I have been an elected official and I have over 40 years of working in the legal system. In the above-described case, my response would be to ignore the comments. If I felt compelled to respond, especially if I knew the subject(s) of the gossip, and if the comments were being made loud enough...
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I have been an elected official and I have over 40 years of working in the legal system. In the above-described case, my response would be to ignore the comments. If I felt compelled to respond, especially if I knew the subject(s) of the gossip, and if the comments were being made loud enough indicating that the speakers WANTED the courtroom for an audience, I would just as loudly say something similar to, "really? that has not been MY experience with XYZ". If I did not know XYZ, and had not heard anything about them, or experienced anything with them, I would be standing on the truth. If I knew and respected the subject, I would feel that I was defending a reputation being grown by a gossip in a public place, and I would think that should be an acceptable response. Sometimes, a certain look/expression on my face might let the speaker know that s/he is out of place as well. I do not disparage another lawyer or paralegal in the presence of persons other than very close acquaintances with whom I might be discussing one's displayed ability. I refrain from such gossip and discussions because I would not, myself, want to be the subject of such a conversation.
