Unethical Attorney Representation Concerns

Summary

If an attorney knowingly represents a client providing false information, it is considered unethical under Illinois professional conduct rules. You can report such behavior to the Illinois Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission. Additionally, you have the right to present your evidence to the court. If the attorneys actions seem to intimidate or harass you, consider consulting a local attorney for specific advice and potentially filing a complaint with the local bar association.

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I have a question if a chick cargo Ella noise attorney representing the respondent for a child support case and cook county Illinois submits false information to court and receives documented evidence Refuting all her false claims but she continues representing her client knowing he’s lying she also knows that he gave a false employer and there has been no withhold wages or support money coming to the children for over a month but she continues representing him and threatening me
Hello Lula, I understand your concern. In Illinois, it's unethical for a lawyer to knowingly present false information to the court. If you believe this is happening, you can:
- Report the lawyer to the Illinois Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission
- Present your evidence to the court, emphasizing the inconsistencies in the respondent's information
Please remember, this is general advice. For specific guidance, consult a local attorney.
The respondent attorney was presented via email with documented evidence showing her that her client does not work at the employer her client and her stated to the court and that there has been no money coming for over a month but she continued she sent me an email telling me that she’s against me submitting the evidence to the court
Hello Lula,
As per Illinois rules, an attorney cannot prevent you from submitting evidence to the court. You have the right to:
- Present your evidence to the court
- Contact the Illinois Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission if you believe the attorney is behaving unethically.
And what if she does not get in trouble even though there’s evidence Provided to the attorney registration
If the attorney doesn't face disciplinary action after you've reported them to the Illinois Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission, you may want to:
- Consult a local attorney for advice
- Consider filing a complaint with the local bar association
- Continue providing your evidence to the court.
What is an unethical attorney
An unethical attorney is one who violates professional conduct rules. This may include:
- Knowingly presenting false information
- Misrepresenting a client
- Breaching confidentiality
- Ignoring client communication
- Misappropriating funds
Please consult with a local attorney for specific advice.
So if I provided documented evidence to the respondents attorney and she continues representing him knowing he’s lying is that considered as an asset
No, an attorney continuing to represent a client despite knowing they're lying isn't considered an asset. Instead, it's viewed as unethical behavior under Illinois professional conduct rules. Always consult with a local attorney for specific advice.
Is it considered as unethical
Yes, if an attorney knowingly represents a client who is providing false information, it is generally considered unethical under the professional conduct rules in Illinois. However, only a legal authority can conclusively determine if a specific action is unethical.
Is there an Illinois law statute for this type of attorney contact
Yes, the Illinois Rules of Professional Conduct (Rule *.*) specifies that an attorney should not knowingly make a false statement of fact or law to a tribunal or fail to correct a false statement. Always consult a local attorney for specific advice.
This attorney also know that filing a motion to dismiss against my motion to reconsider was not going to work but yet she continued to do that I see that as an intent to intimidate me as she knew I was representing myself
If an attorney attempts to intimidate a self-representing party, it could be considered unethical. In Illinois:
- Lawyers must respect the rights of all parties involved (Rule *.*).
- Lawyers should avoid actions that unfairly burden or delay the legal process (Rule *.*).
For professional advice, consider consulting a local attorney.
After serving me with her five page motion to dismiss one hour later she sent me a nine page notice to produce because I filed a motion to reconsider
In Illinois, a notice to produce is a legitimate legal tool. However, if you feel burdened or intimidated, consider:
- Consulting a local attorney for advice
- Contacting the Illinois Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission for potential ethical violations
- Continuing to submit your evidence to the court.
But serving in nine page notice to produce to the opposing party after the ruling was made in her clients favor and miss leading information is kind of wrong I think
If you feel the attorney's actions were inappropriate, you may want to:
- Consult with a local attorney for advice on how to respond
- File a complaint with the Illinois Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission
- Continue providing evidence of any inconsistencies or misleading information to the court.
I also know that the law prohibits an attorney serving a notice to produce as in termination or harassing the other party
In Illinois, an attorney should not use legal procedures to harass or unnecessarily burden an opposing party (Rule *.*). If you believe this is happening, consider:
- Consulting a local attorney
- Reporting the behavior to the Illinois Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission
- Presenting this concern to the court.
Can I tell the judge about the attorney’s actions
Yes, you can inform the judge about the attorney's actions. Keep in mind to:
- Document these actions thoroughly
- Present your concerns in a clear, concise manner
- Provide any evidence you may have
Remember, this is general advice. For specific guidance, consult a local attorney.
Her client literally committed perjury by providing an ex employer information phrase wages to be held knowing there will be no wage help being held and no money coming for the children
In Illinois, committing perjury is a serious offense. If you believe this happened, you can:
- Document the alleged perjury
- Present your evidence to the court
- Report the situation to the police
Always consult with a local attorney for specific advice.
I have never seen an attorney that was presented with documented evidence that her client is lying and still represent That client that’s unbelievable
I understand your frustration, Lula. However, it's important to remember that an attorney is bound to represent their client to the best of their ability. If you have solid evidence, presenting it to the court and reporting to relevant authorities could help your case. Always consult with a local attorney.
I believe any attorney represent get from the opposing party with documented evidence proving their clients are lying about their employer in committed perjury I would think they would would drop not to get in trouble and ruin their credibility
Indeed, representing a client who is knowingly providing false information can potentially harm an attorney's credibility. However, it's ultimately the court's decision. If you're in Illinois, consider:
- Consulting with a local attorney
- Reporting the attorney to the Illinois Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission
- Presenting your evidence to the court.