Should you respond to a law firm after a year of no contact?

Full question:

If a law firm has not contacted you for over 1 year regarding a civil claim (which they claim you owe), and suddenly sends you a letter out of the blue. Should you respond? or disregard as there is some statute of limitations.

Answer:

Some law firms pursue claims for unpaid fees, while many do not. Although the firm may not sue you, it is still possible they could decide to take action.

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FAQs

If your lawyer stops communicating, first try reaching out via phone or email. If there’s still no response, consider sending a formal letter requesting an update. If the lack of communication persists, you may want to consult another attorney for advice or file a complaint with your state’s bar association.