Where do I complain about a lawyer?

Where do I complain about a lawyer?

File a Complaint With Your State’s Lawyer Discipline Agency Every state has an agency responsible for licensing and disciplining lawyers. In most states, it’s the bar association; in others, the state supreme court.

How do I contact the Law Society of South Africa?

Law Society of South Africa (LSSA)

1. http://www.lssa.org.za.
2. Email: [email protected].
3. PO Box 36626, MENLO PARK, 0102.
4. 304 Brooks Street, Menlo Park, PRETORIA.
5. 012 366 8800.
6. 012 362 0969.
7. Development Organisations.

How do I contact the Law Society?

Our offices

1. London. The Law Society’s Hall. 113 Chancery Lane. London WC2A 1PL. Travel and access information. Tel: +44 (0) 20 7242 1222. Fax: +44(0) 20 7831 0344.
2. Wales. Law Society Wales Office. Capital Tower. Greyfriars Road. Cardiff. CF10 3AG.
3. Brussels. Avenue des Nerviens, 85. Box 10. B-1040 Brussels. Belgium. Tel: +322 743 85 85.

How do I report a bad law firm?

Contact our Inquiry line on 1800 242 958 or 02 9377 1800.

1. The complaint process. Understand the OLSC complaints process, including what happens during the investigation and how long the process may take.
2. Complaints initiated by the LSC.

How do I know if someone is a real lawyer?

So if you’re curious, use these five quick ways to research whether your lawyer is legit:

1. State Bar Profile. Every lawyer who is licensed to practice law in your home state must be listed in your state bar association’s directory.
2. Google / Search Engines.
3. Yelp.
4. The Attorney’s Own Website.
5. Third-Party Rating Groups.

How do I report a lawyer in South Africa?

Processes. Members of the public can lodge complaints against any law professional through a legal hotline called the “Trustline” initiative which is run by the Law Society of South Africa and the Attorneys Fidelity Fund. The public can lodge complaints at 0800-202-036 or at [email protected].

How do you deal with slow solicitors?

Use your direct contact – If it’s the other parties’ solicitor who is delaying the process and you have direct contact with the other party, then you could contact them and ask them to get in touch with their solicitor. This way pressure is being applied to the solicitor, without you having to do it directly.

What can I do if my lawyer is not doing his job?

Yes. If your lawyer is unwilling to address your complaints, consider taking your legal affairs to another lawyer. You can decide whom to hire (and fire) as your lawyer. However, remember that when you fire a lawyer, you may be charged a reasonable amount for the work already done.

Can your lawyer quit on you?

According to the Solicitors Rules, which govern the conduct of the legal profession in NSW, your lawyer can only decide to stop acting for you in certain circumstances – they will either need your consent or have a valid reason to pull out. The client does not insist that the lawyer continues to appear for them.

Where is the Law Society of South Africa?

The Law Society of South Africa. 304 Brooks Street, Menlo Park, Pretoria. P O Box 36626, Menlo Park 0102. Docex 82, Pretoria. Tel: +27 (0)12 366 8800. Fax: +27 (0)12 362 0969.

Where is the Law Society of the Northern Province?

THE LAW SOCIETY OF THE NORTHERN PROVINCE is located in PRETORIA, Gauteng, South Africa and is part of the Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support Industry. THE LAW SOCIETY OF THE NORTHERN PROVINCE has 129 total employees across all of its locations and generates $5.23 million in sales (USD).

Who are the Attorneys Association of South Africa?

The South African Attorneys Association is a voluntary organization of attorneys striving to provide a voice for thousands of attorneys of South Africa in the interests of justice in our communities. Click here for the text of and develoments on the Legal Practice Bill.

What is the mission of the LSSA in South Africa?

The LSSA aims to empower attorneys to provide excellent legal services to the community in an ethical, professional, considerate and competent manner. The Law Society of South Africa’s mission is to represent the attorneys’ profession and to safeguard the rule of law via the efficient and fair administration of justice. Read more here.