Lawyer Communication Protocols

Summary

Lawyers in Michigan can communicate with the court without informing clients first but should update them about significant developments. Final case dismissals come from the court. Always maintain open communication with your attorney for updates.

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In general:
- Your attorney should keep you informed about your case.
- They should tell you about any significant developments.
- They can communicate with the court without your knowledge, but should update you afterwards.
Please clarify your specific situation for better guidance.
So they must talk to the court b4 they call me back correct
Not necessarily. Lawyers can communicate with the court without informing clients first. However, they should update you about any significant developments in your case soon after. Please check the Michigan Rules of Professional Conduct for more clarity.
Yea she wanted to look into this property management company in landlord but if she doesn't find any new evidence can she call back to say its dismissed
Yes, your attorney can inform you that there's no new evidence found and thus no further action, which could mean the case is effectively dismissed. But final dismissal usually comes from the court. Check with your attorney for details.
So she tells me that that would be from the court correct
Yes, the final decision of dismissing a case would come from the court. Your attorney should inform you about it soon after receiving the court's decision.
She said she will call me either later on or in the morning she has to do more information about my case and this property management company
It seems your attorney is actively working on your case. It's important to maintain communication for any updates. Remember, final decisions like case dismissal come from the court. Your attorney should relay this to you promptly.
So she would be talking to the court first if she doesn't find anything
Correct, your attorney may communicate with the court regarding the absence of new evidence, which could affect the case status. However, she should inform you about such developments promptly. Is there anything else you're uncertain about?
So if she calls back in say it's dismissed she must have talked to the court
Yes, if your attorney informs you that the case is dismissed, it means she has received that information from the court. You can always ask her to clarify if you have any doubts.