Legal Question in Family Law in New York

Backdoor bribe?

A lawyer tells his client he will reduce her fee if she does not go to the judge during a divorce trial and complain about his poor representation. Is this legal? I call it a backdoor bride. But what is the proper term?


Asked on 11/09/04, 2:15 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Phroska L. McAlister PHROSKA LEAKE McALISTER

Re: Backdoor bribe?

It is not a bribe.

A practical efficient way to settle problems between people, is to attempt a compromise.

The client saves more than money by agreeing to the offer. Since, the client'ts dissatisfaction with the lawyer, is not why the client should be in court.

Good luck,

Phroska L. McAlister,ESQ

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Answered on 11/09/04, 3:42 pm
Andrew Nitzberg Andrew Nitzberg & Associates

Re: Backdoor bribe?

I do not know the correct term, but this is something to report to the Bar association.

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Answered on 11/09/04, 8:38 pm


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