Lawyer trouble.

[bunyip]

Just because you're not paranoid doesn't mean that there isn't someone out there waiting to get you

 

[jaxs]

I'm not paranoid. I have nothing to do with the OP's situation.

However, it's a fact that every so often the moderators get a PM request from a TBN member to remove a thread they started to complain about (you pick) a dealer, manufacturer, store, neighbor, seller, buyer, etc... because they have been threatened with legal action for their comments. In some of the cases, no names or addresses were mentioned. So how did the info about the thread get back to the other party?

:confused3:

It happens.

That is precisely the mind set lawyers want. I liken it to a pack of dogs sitting beneath a tree in which is a bunch of frightened cats that have been de-clawed. It's sickening.

 

[MossRoad]

Just because you're not paranoid doesn't mean that there isn't someone out there waiting to get you

Good thing my Y2K bunker is still stocked....

 

[fried1765]

I'm not paranoid. I have nothing to do with the OP's situation.

However, it's a fact that every so often the moderators get a PM request from a TBN member to remove a thread they started to complain about (you pick) a dealer, manufacturer, store, neighbor, seller, buyer, etc... because they have been threatened with legal action for their comments. In some of the cases, no names or addresses were mentioned. So how did the info about the thread get back to the other party?

:confused3:

It happens.

Did not even remotely suggest that YOU were paranoid.
Rather that the concept is a bit paranoid, when names and addresses are not even mentioned.
Kinda difficult to track anyone down when you have no idea who they are, or where they live, in the entire world.
Should it be a concern that TBN would divulge such information?

 

[MossRoad]

Did not even remotely suggest that YOU were paranoid.
Rather that the concept is a bit paranoid, when names and addresses are not even mentioned.
Kinda difficult to track anyone down when you have no idea who they are, or where they live, in the entire world.
Should it be a concern that TBN would divulge such information?

Nope. But people spout off and it gets back to the other party.

 

[NorTracNY]

Do not know FL law, but in many states there is a statutory waiting period. Of course that does not excuse how long it took him to get things into court. I would call another lawyer down there for a consult. Ask them how long the process should take and have them walk you through what they would do. Then determine if you need to fire your current lawyer or not.

As for the statutory (or inchoate) share, every state has that (I believe). The only person you cannot completely cut out of your will is the spouse you are married to at the time of your death, unless you had a prenup that allows you to.

Sadly, this may not actually help. I know someone that was executor of a small, simple will that had the same problems as the OP. They consulted another attorney who said that there is no reason for it to take this long. The person switched lawyers and the second one was just as bad/slow.

 

[jasonzee]

Sadly, this may not actually help. I know someone that was executor of a small, simple will that had the same problems as the OP. They consulted another attorney who said that there is no reason for it to take this long. The person switched lawyers and the second one was just as bad/slow.

I hope your WRONG! The one I fired yesterday dropped the ball didnt file the correct papers with the court Oct 24th 2019 that's why the long wait.

 

[mike48130]

I hope your WRONG! The one I fired yesterday dropped the ball didnt file the correct papers with the court Oct 24th 2019 that's why the long wait.

Well, good luck. I still tend to do most things myself for this very reason. I think lawyers are like contractors, they tell what a great job they will do, then as soon as they get the job it's how quick can I get done and out to the next. I never pre pay, but with most lawyers, you have to.

 

[TractorGuy]

Well it felt real good I text him and told him your fired!

You probably need to follow up with a certified letter. I think this was warranted based on lack of communication alone.

You might not get your probate resolved to your liking or time line but there is no excuse for ignoring a client.

 

[jasonzee]

You probably need to follow up with a certified letter. I think this was warranted based on lack of communication alone.

You might not get your probate resolved to your liking or time line but there is no excuse for ignoring a client.

I text and call his office. I should get the money in Jan. Or Feb. I hope Now. At least the people who work there are not strangers to the court and have 20 years experience to pull it off for me.