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There is nothing that bothers legal clients more than when their lawyer doesn't take their calls or call them back promptly. This simply drives clients mad. Does this mean the lawyer is avoiding them or is there a valid reason for such inaction? It depends. The lawyer-client relationship can be a strong one, but it usually is not consistent. Instead, it tends to start strong, lag for a bit and then pick up strength again later on in the proceedings. This has nothing to do with the personalities of the attorney or client. Instead, the legal system involves a whole lot of waiting in many instances. Filing a lawsuit can be very emotional, but it then can take a year or more before you actually go to trial. This delay is even true in administrative matters like filing a trademark. The Patent and Trademark Office is so backed up that it actually sends out a postcard to trademark filers after four months just to let them know the filing has been received! So, why isn't your lawyer calling you? The first reason is they are busy. You are not their only client. If they are in the middle of a three week trial, they don't have time to call you. Most will try to have a paralegal or secretary give you a ring, but this can slip sometimes because they trial takes all their attention. The second reason is because you are not doing your part. Lawyers put things in writing. They will usually send you written updates on your case. Have you actually read them? Most of the questions you have will be answered in those letters. If you haven't read them, do so. If you still have questions, then you can call and ask questions. The third reason is you hired a mill lawyer or law firm. This simply means they take a ton of cases. You are just a number to them and customer service in the form of call backs are going to be fleeting. Sorry, but you should've considered that before you hired them. The fourth reason is you just have a bad lawyer. Hey, every profession has them. I have an accountant that I swear is unaware he has a voicemail system. He always seems to respond just when I am about ready to drive over to his office to see if he is still alive. If things get really bad, you do have an option. You can switch legal counsel. Before you go through that, try voicing your concerns regarding the lack of communication. The lawyer will often explain why this has occurred and make an effort to come up with a better solution. Thomas Ajava writes for OcalaWrongfulDeathAttorney.com - your online resource site for locating a quality Ocala wrongful death attorney to represent you against those responsible for the wrongful death of your loved one.
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