Aaron B. asked

⚖️  Law

I am in the process of negotiating a settlement with the defendant. My lawyer has sent out the discovery to the defendant. I told the defendant no need to answer the discovery and notified my lawyer to put the case on hold and do not incur any charges until further notice. My lawyer continued to send me bills for the following charges without my authorization. Are these valid charges? 1. A telephone conference regarding the defendant's request for extension to respond to discovery. 2. Preparation of Case Management Conference statement. 3. Review of the Court's tentative ruling regarding the Case Management Conference. Additionally, what is the minimum cost to hold or delay the case without dismissing it, and what other possible attorney fees may incur if I do not dismiss the case while negotiating a settlement with the defendant myself?

November 30th, 2023

Kelly S. answered

1. The telephone conference charge may be valid if the defendant initiated the call and the attorney...

November 30th, 2023

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