In most cases, the answer is yes. You usually have the right to hire another attorney for representation if you're not satisfied with your current legal counsel. If your case is already at trial, then you may need to notify the court and get the court’s permission before making any changes.
Still, it's important to think about whether changing lawyers is a good idea. Some reasons maritime injury clients seek different representation include:
- Poor communication. If your lawyer isn't returning your calls or emails, then you may be frustrated and ready to work with an attorney with prompt, efficient communication.
- Competence concerns. If your attorney missed a deadline, seems uninterested in your case, or is unprepared for your meetings, then you may have concerns about competence. However, a legal ruling not in your favor isn't always an issue of attorney competence, so this isn't necessarily a good reason for changing lawyers.
- Personal issues. Your lawyer may seem uncaring about your injuries, or you may simply not like or respect your current attorney.
- Ethical issues. You may be worried that your lawyer is violating the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct.
Before you make any changes, express your concerns to your current lawyer to understand what's really happening and to make an informed decision about next steps. Perhaps this clearing of the air is all that's necessary to make certain your legal counsel represents you well.
Call Us to Discuss Your Options
However, if you've already talked to your current maritime injury lawyer and are uncomfortable continuing in that attorney-client relationship, then we encourage you to call us. Our maritime injury lawyers will be honest with you about how we think you should proceed, and we may review the contract you have with the current attorney to determine what steps you should take.
Start a live chat with Steven M. Lee, P.C. today to learn more about hiring a different attorney to represent you in your maritime injury case.
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