Happens When LLC Members Disagree?

If there’s a disagreement within the LLC, you must go through a formal process of having it arbitrated or mediated. Which won’t be easy, and it will cost money. In that case, each member would retain an attorney to represent them as they try to resolve...
LLC Member Disputes

LLC Member Disputes

First, what is a member dispute? And why does an LLC need to have specific rules for how members can dissolve their company? LLC is one of the most popular legal structures in business today. And an LLC member is basically anyone who has a stake in it, either as a...
Can You Fire Your Lawyer in the Middle of a Trial?

Can You Fire Your Lawyer in the Middle of a Trial?

The ability to switch lawyers could depend on how far along the case is already. The judge will have the discretion to keep a lawyer on the case and not allow a new attorney to take over if the case has too far along.  To fire an attorney is your right, although...
White-Collar Attorney Job Description

White-Collar Attorney Job Description

White-Collar Lawyer Job Description What is a white-collar, aka FCPA (“Federal Corrupt Practices Act”), lawyer? White-collar law is a very precise area of practice. The “day-to-day” practice is like civil litigation with a lot of research, drafting, factual...
Can I Fire My Lawyer Before Trial?

Can I Fire My Lawyer Before Trial?

You can fire your lawyer in Michigan at any time and for any reason. The comment to Michigan Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 1.16(a)(3) provides that a client has a right to discharge an attorney at any time, with or without cause. If an attorney is hired on a...