Need an attorney

Looking for an attorney ( not hobby related)
Prefer civil and familiar with Federal
Laws. No pro bono, willing to pay, but
Need an attorney that can think outside
The box. Why on eccie? Why not ?
If you are one or know one PM me.
I am in Texas . Thanks Nick

There are thousands of federal laws that regulate every aspect of life, from the taxes we pay to the food we eat, so you might be more specific about your needs. Like any other licensed profession, lawyers tend to specialize.

Laws regarding harassment and fraud committed
Crossing state lines. Need an attorney that
Has great investigate experience. Tracking
Down and finding an individual that is hiding
As he has lawsuits pending but they cannot
Be filed as they cannot find him.

More so than a lawyer.

"Sounds like you need a private investigator"

More so than a lawyer. Originally Posted by straightshooter30

of an attorney with a great investigator. Kill two birds with one stone.

Is there a reason you have not involved the authorities? Are you only interested in a civil fraud judgment?

I suggest calling your local Bar Association and asking for a referral. Your case sounds complex and not like something your lawyer would want you discussing on a hooker board.

It's easier than ever to find people. Most people leave digital footprints and using some basic information, investigators (who can access LE databases) and computer crytologists can usually find people. +/-$1000 for easy cases, +/- $2500 for the hard ones. If you have a full name and birth date, it will be $1000. If not, expect to pay more. Once you know where your defendant/target is, you can hire a local bounty hunter and you get them from bailbondsman or an 'off duty' LE officer. Some lawyers will help "arrange" this kind of work, particularly when this combination is present: 1) significant retainer >$5000 is remitted (plus expenses, which can run high); and 2) the facts supporting the underlying case show likelihood of significant money judgment.

If your facts and budget are such, Trees may offer some tips by PM.

19Trees

You can file a lawsuit against someone you can't find. You can't serve that person with process very easily. Those are two separate questions, although they may result in a similar outcome. Finding an individual is generally not the job of an attorney, but one that lawyers will farm out to private investigators, forensic technology specialists, etc. Any lawyer who does any substantial amount of litigation will be familiar with the process of tracking down a missing litigant if they are in the U.S.

If there is a possibility that they have fled to an overseas location, then it becomes much more problematic and expensive. But again, any major litigation firm will have some experience in this area. But be prepared to pay low to mid five figure retainers for this kind of expertise.

But as someone pointed out above, the real question is what Federal statute or statutes do you have a cause of action under. The description that you give about harassment, fraud, etc. is awfully vague and general. Generally, both of those causes of action are State causes of action, not Federal causes of action, if they are violations of law, at all. I think you either need to be more forthcoming with the facts of the case here, or more likely, go see a board certified civil litigation attorney and be prepared to describe the facts to him over a couple of hours. Be sure to gather all relevant documents before you set up your appointment.

Good luck.

I'm an Oil & Gas Atty...probably couldn't help much. But, you've been given good advice already.

Many reputable skip-tracing/locating servicers are available in TX. I haven't had my hand in that jar since '08 and haven't hung onto my former employer's vendor list after changing industries, so no specific recommendations. Best of luck finding your target!

Once located, of course, you'll want to use a professional process server knowledgeable of the legislation surrounding service of process in their jurisdiction. Improper service may result will delay the case from moving forward, may cause injunctions, increase court fees, cause additional attorney fees, and potentially result in the dismissal of the case.