How Long Can A Lawyer Hold Your Settlement Check? (2025)
How long can a lawyer hold your settlement check? Learn about the ethical rules governing client property and how lawyers are supposed to settle accounts.
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How long can a lawyer hold your settlement check? Learn about the ethical rules governing client property and how lawyers are supposed to settle accounts.
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A free consultation lawyer can assess a client’s case without charge. Learn about free consultations and some questions to ask a lawyer during the session.
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Learn how to start a class action lawsuit, a tool that can strengthen the power of individuals to hold powerful defendants accountable for wrongdoing.
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