Legal Question in Civil Litigation in New York

Is it possible for a plaintiff's attorney to tell the opposing counsel he will hold the stipulations and general releases in escrow until that attorney receives the full settlement check for a case, if the parties feel the defendant's are not acting in good faith? They may be trying to grab the money we are entitled to once they receive t eh paperwork. The defendants are a municipality.


Asked on 8/15/11, 9:06 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
SHAHRIAR KASHANIAN LAW OFFICES OF SHAHRIAR KASHANIAN, ESQ.,

It is reasonable and customary for attorneys to keep General Releases in escrow pending receipt ,in hand , of funds to finalize the settlement; a simultaneous transaction.

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Answered on 8/15/11, 9:48 am


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