New York Attorneys Clients Charter
New York Lawyers and New York Attorneys Billing Rates are governed by rules which must be follwed.
There are general requirements which must be respected by New York Lawyers and New York Attorneys and also DWI Lawyers
All New York Attorneys are legally required to show a list of rights in his or her office where clients can read it
Broadly speaking it gives customers a clear (statement|picture|outline} of what they can anticipate from their attorney
You are entitled to be treated pleasantly and with respect at all times by your lawyer and the other lawyers and staff in your lawyers office.
2. You are entitled to a lawyer who is capable of handling your circumstances competently and diligently, in accordance with the best possible of the profession. If you are not satisfied with how your legal matter is being dealt with, you have the right to withdraw from the attorney-client agreement at any time (approval of the court may be necessary in some matters and your legal representative may have a claim against you for the value of work donefor you up to the time of termination of the arrangement).
3. You should be given your legal representatives independent opinion and undivided loyalty which must not be compromised by conflict of interest.
4. You are entitled to expect to pay a reasonable fee and to have your lawyer outline at the beginning outset how the fee will be computed and the manner and timing of billing. You are entitled to demand and receive a written itemized bill from your attorney at reasonable periods. You may refuse to enter into any fee arrangement that you do not feel is fair. In the event of a fee dispute, you may have the right to seek arbitration: your lawyer will give you the necessary information regarding arbitration in case of a fee dispute, or upon your request.
5. You should have your doubts and concerns answered in a timely manner and to have your phone returned in a timely manner.
6. You should be kept informed as to the process of your matter and to request and receive copies of relevant papers. You are entitled to sufficient information to allow you to participate fully in the progress of your matter.
7. You are entitled to have your legitimate aims respected by your attorney, including whether or not to finalize your matter (court approval of a settlement may be in some cases).
8. You have the right to privacy in your dealings with your attorney and to have your secrets and confidences kept to the extent permitted by law.
