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Ethics re Assisting BK Client with Modification of
I wouldn't do it.
On Nov 16, 2012 3:21 PM, "riprapbiz" wrote:
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> I think I know the answer to this ... but ... I want to represent this
> gentleman.
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> I filed a Joint Chapter 7 BK Petition for H&W who were waiting on their
> Judgment in Family Court. Explained that I could not rep them if they
> became adversaries in BK. Explained in layman's terms, nothing is
> confidential between the three of us so don't go there and tell me stuff
> behind each other's backs. They signed the requisite conflict waiver
> stating that I could exit or rep one party (Husband)if things went south.
> No assets, nothing to hide, etc.
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> Wife dissappeared, then reappeared in the 11th hour as we were going to
> move forward with Husband only.
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> We filed Joint Petition, had our Afternoon 341(a) the same day they were
> in Family Court in the AM getting their final judgment entered. All went
> well without a hitch. BK over and closed.
>
> Hubby wants me to assist him in filing for modification of child support.
> Ex Wife moved in with boyfriend. Husband is making child support payments
> based on 14 year old daughter living with wife. 14 year old does not want
> to live with Mom and new boyfriend and is now living 100% with Dad. Dad
> will maintain spousal support but wishes to adjust child support since 14
> year old daughter is with him 100%.
>
> a. Since BK is over, can I do this?
> b. If she signs a conflict waiver (Ex Wife) does that make it better or
> worse because it's a no no, no matter what?
> c. Should I? (my better judgment says no).
> d. Just help him with papers and hearing and he can go In Pro Per? Or is
> that just softening the face of a "shouldn't do"
> e. I kicked butt in Ethics 3 years ago but my heart says just say no. And
> I guess I'm looking for gut reaction regardless of rules. Like "Sandy just
> stay away from this."
>
> Please advise.
> Thanks
> Sandra Nutt
> SandraNutt1234@gmail.com
> http://www.SandraNuttAttorneyAtLaw.com
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I wouldn't do it.
On Nov 16, 2012 3:21 PM, "riprapbiz" <SandraNutt1234@gmail.com> wrote:
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