They pressure you to accept a settlement quickly without clearly explaining your options
They avoid answering direct questions about the case
They stop returning calls, emails, or messages in a timely way
They seem more interested in closing the case than getting the best result for you
They discourage you from getting a second opinion
They do not share important documents, filings, or updates with you
They make decisions without your input or against your stated wishes
They push you toward a deal that benefits the other side more than you
They cannot clearly explain their strategy or the legal reasoning behind it
They miss deadlines or fail to prepare for hearings, meetings, or negotiations
They appear overly friendly or unusually aligned with the opposing side
They tell you to trust them but refuse to provide specifics
They downplay serious problems in your case without a good reason
They charge for work that does not seem to have been done
They refuse to give you a copy of your file when requested
They ignore conflicts of interest or prior relationships that matter
They advise you to sign something you do not understand
They seem to be protecting themselves instead of protecting your interests
They become defensive or evasive when you ask about their conduct
You notice unexplained changes in their advice that favor the other side