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The Attorney-Client Relationship

The Importance of the Attorney-Client Relationship

When you need help with your important legal matters, it is important to have an attorney you can trust to look out for your interests. At Hess Patent Law Firm in Stamford, Connecticut, attorney Robert J. Hess has more than 20 years of intellectual property law experience. He is fully committed to building strong relationships with his clients based on ethics, trust and accountability.

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Your Rights as a Client

Robert J. Hess takes the attorney-client relationship very seriously and is fully committed to his clients. As a client you have a number of important rights in the attorney-client relationship, including:

  • The right to be treated with courtesy by a lawyer capable of handling your legal issues competently
  • The right to be represented by a lawyer without a conflict of interest
  • The right to be charged a reasonable fee
  • The right to have your questions and concerns promptly addressed
  • The right to be fully informed as to the status of your legal matter
  • The right to make important decisions about your case
  • The right to an ethical attorney who will respect your right to confidentiality
  • The right to not be refused representation on the basis of your race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin or disability

Your Responsibilities as a Client

You also have important responsibilities to uphold as a client such as:

  • Treating your lawyer and the lawyer's staff with courtesy and respect
  • Being completely honest with your lawyer about the facts of your case
  • Honoring any arrangements regarding fees
  • Maintaining contact with your lawyer and notifying the lawyer of any changes to your phone number or address

The Representation You Need from an Attorney You Can Trust

To discuss your intellectual property needs with an experienced attorney, contact Hess Patent Law Firm today.