What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? INDIANA
In October 2008, I signed a standard fee agreement with a large law firm so that my daughter could have a lawyer for a modification of custody against her ex-husband. Recently, they have reconciled (again for the 12th time), (both heavy drug users, abusive, etc.) and we have filed a motion for 3rd party custody. On Friday, an emergency hearing took place. The attorney for my daughter argued against me.
Here's the kicker: In the early 90's, I had hired his firm to represent me on another matter. His firm failed to research for conflict of interest.
Him continuing to represent her is a conflict of interest, in my opinion. The duty of loyalty owed to a client prohibits an attorney or law firm from representing any other party with interests, especially that the same firm will not represent both parties in a divorce or child custody case.
Any additional information or advice would be very helpful.
In October 2008, I signed a standard fee agreement with a large law firm so that my daughter could have a lawyer for a modification of custody against her ex-husband. Recently, they have reconciled (again for the 12th time), (both heavy drug users, abusive, etc.) and we have filed a motion for 3rd party custody. On Friday, an emergency hearing took place. The attorney for my daughter argued against me.
Here's the kicker: In the early 90's, I had hired his firm to represent me on another matter. His firm failed to research for conflict of interest.
Him continuing to represent her is a conflict of interest, in my opinion. The duty of loyalty owed to a client prohibits an attorney or law firm from representing any other party with interests, especially that the same firm will not represent both parties in a divorce or child custody case.
Any additional information or advice would be very helpful.