Every defense attorney has gotten calls from concerned defendants. “My attorney wants me to take a plea, but I want to take the case to trial – what should I do?” Or perhaps the defendant will tell you: “They didn’t even have a warrant, but my attorney says there’s nothing I can do about it – how can that be right?” Or a defendant will say that everyone else in the jail says he should have a Rasmussen hearing, but his attorney refuses to file the motion.

What if it is your client making these calls? Or your client makes it clear that he does not believe your analysis because his sister, who is corporate counsel in Tennessee, says there is no way what happened to him was constitutional. Or his uncle, a retired state trooper from North Dakota, says that’s not how things are done.

Under the Rules of Professional Conduct, a lawyer may consult with a client who is seeking a second opinion without first seeking permission from the client’s current lawyer. See Rule 4.2, cmt. 4; Low v. Fahle, 403 F.3d 558, 565 (8th Cir. 2005).

Now your clients have that option. For substantially less than the cost of retaining new counsel, your client can get an independent legal analysis from the experienced defense attorneys at F. Clayton Tyler, P.A. The peace of mind provided by a Second Opinion may be exactly what is needed to restore trust and rebuild the relationship so you can continue representation.

If you are facing a criminal charge, you need professional, personal representation. Our team of attorneys will offer you Straight Talk and Honest Answers about your case.