It is also possible, under certain circumstances, for a creditor to pursue
additional legal remedies even after they have accepted a settlement for a lesser amount.
Make and follow up on referrals of clients to appropriate alternative or
additional sources of assistance; conduct
legal research; serve process and execute affidavits of service; serve witness subpoenas and other papers as requested; file
legal papers with appropriate courts; provide assistance to clients with
legal issues related to CLSMF services, review cases for
legal issues to facilitate the securing of rights,
remedies and services for victims from other agencies and attorneys.
The English
Legal Ombudsman model overcomes these limitations by providing an
additional and alternative mode of recourse to clients where more «minor» claims of lawyer misconduct can be addressed quickly, inexpensively and in a manner that focuses on providing meaningful
remedies.