Debra Law wrote:Did you receive a response? Did you get your property back?
He sent me two certified letters (one that just contained copies of all our written correspondence, including a copy of the waiver) and two first class letters (again, one of those was just a bunch of copies).
The letter did inform me on where I could go to retrieve my property, which I did immediately. Everything is in good condition.
I'm very happy to have it back!
He stated in the letter that he left my belongings with the building management, (located six floors
above his, not "downstairs", as his voice message indicated), and that the person he made the arrangement with now "feared for her safety". After reading this, I thought it wise to call ahead and ask the building management if I could come right over and get my stuff. When I got there and said who I was the poor receptionist lady seemed extremely uptight and apprehensive. I tried to set her at ease by being extra polite and respectful, but this may have just made me look like one of those "ticking time-bomb" weirdos, esp. since I'm 6'3" and 185 lbs. She asked to see the attorney's letter and my ID, and I left with my guitar--no problem.
His letter also states that the reason he didn't give me a copy of the waiver, before, was because he felt threatened and wanted to get me out of his office as soon as possible. (More of his nonsense... I already had a copy of the waiver in my hand, and he had a copy in his. Why might I become more "disruptive" should I be allowed to take this with me, as I had requested?)
He continued the letter with more threats, lies and insults... He completely mischaracterized the entire chain of events, and his letters are riddled with obvious inconsistencies (like referring to events that occurred AFTER the date on the letter).
He also said in the letter that he is going to file a restraining order against me to protect himself, his firm, his client and her two little girls. So, I guess I'm awaiting some kind of notification on that.
Oh, and he repeatedly accused ME of "egregious behavior" and using "intimidation tactics" against HIM (like sending copies of my letter to his boss, for example).
I will
gladly elaborate on any of this, if anyone wishes. You're welcome to see it all.
(I consider the matter between me and my "friend" to be resolved. I know she did what she thought was right, and I hope we can soon put this behind us.)
What I really need now is to find out how strong a case I have against this attorney and then find someone to represent me. All information will be very much appreciated.
You guys have been great.