lawyer obligations?

[lucia]

I received a citation for theft under $100 in the state of Maryland late January. Within a couple of I hired a lawyer, in the county that I received the conviction in. While I was there for the consultation I explained my citation with him briefly. This is my first offense and I have an otherwise clean record. He agreed to take my case and I signed some paperwork and paid the flat fee he quoted me. Now my court date is on March 1st and I have not heard from him since. He has submitted his name to the court as my lawyer.

Now I realize that this case is not too complicated, and he must handle similar case pretty often. Is it strange that he has not contacted me for any other personal information? Wouldn't personal history be pertinent in this situation? Growing worried, I contacted his office and I was told all that was necessary of me was to show up at his office 20 minutes prior to my hearing.

Now should I be worried?

[siamese79]

Might not make sense to post now since u had your court date but no its not uncommon I was in jail for 12 hours for a misedminor and I asked for a court appointed attorney.I did not find out and only because I remember asking one did I know I even had an attorney.She didnt call me I had to locate her but once I did we met and talked then went to my pre trial diversion.So far I am pleased with her too I hope he helped you.

[topman26]

Very nice post. This will help possible client to get a quality person.

[alinageorge]

This was really a nice, post, I really like all these information, I think that a lawyer’s obligation to report misconduct by another lawyer arises under Rule 8.3(a).

[alishadolder]

This was the good information and real reminder to everyone before committing any crime

[michaljohn]

A lawyer's duty to a client will vary depending on the client's instructions and the limits on the lawyer's retainer. normally has to keep appearing in court until the court gives permission to withdraw.

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