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Opposing Counsel And In San Jose
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Send a final meet and confer letter. If you've requested dates multiple times (hopefully in writing) and still no response, unilaterally set a date. If opposing counsel then objects that he/she/the client is not available, tell them that's too bad and that they've been given multiple opportunities to set a date.
As set forth in the Restatement (Third) of the Law Governing Lawyers, §108(4), “A tribunal should not permit a lawyer to call opposing trial coun- selas a witness unless there is a compelling need for the lawyer's testimony.” (emphasis added) Many jurisdictions follow this gen- eral rule, e.g., Louisiana.
Generally speaking, in the US, an opposing attorney does not owe you a duty that would give rise to a claim for legal malpractice. You might have some other claim against them, but not malpractice.
In California, a defendant must prove the following to establish that their attorney was ineffective: the lawyer's performance fell below an objective standard of reasonableness, and. the attorney's failure to act competently prejudiced the defendant.
You would use a motion to disqualify counsel to request that the court remove the opposing party's attorney from the case.
Generally speaking, in the US, an opposing attorney does not owe you a duty that would give rise to a claim for legal malpractice. You might have some other claim against them, but not malpractice.
Do not engage. Think of her as a course hazard more than an opponent. Aim your words, always, at the judge. Be on time, be reasonable, be flexible to the extent it will not prejudice or harm your client, and do your best to keep all interactions in writing and on the record.
8 Tips for Dealing with Difficult Opposing Counsel Point out Common Ground. Don't be Afraid to Ask Why. Separate the Person from the Problem. Focus on your Interests. Don't Fall for your Assumptions. Take a Calculated Approach. Control the Conversation by Reframing. Pick up the Phone.
8 Tips for Dealing with Difficult Opposing Counsel Point out Common Ground. Don't be Afraid to Ask Why. Separate the Person from the Problem. Focus on your Interests. Don't Fall for your Assumptions. Take a Calculated Approach. Control the Conversation by Reframing. Pick up the Phone.
Use Mr./Ms. last name for the initial email. When opposing counsel responds and signs off with a first name (e.g., "Nick"), use that going forward. 🔷 To address a group of opposing counsel, go with "Counsel." If you find these tips helpful, please follow Nick Bullard and click the 🔔 to get my next tip.
