Can you request to a partner to not work with a particularly difficult client? Client requested “male” attorney sign my work and has been borderline verbally abusive

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Sexism is 100% a reason to be reassigned.

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I think you can, though I’d be careful if you’re a junior still building a reputation and in any event would make sure you have a very good reason beyond just clients being rude or difficult, which is part of the job description

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Blatant sexism and a complete lack of faith in an attorney due entirely to that persons gender is a very good reason. Period.

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What a difficult situation. My first thought is to not make “too much noise” if you’re junior and like the first poster said.. building a reputation. Although that’s giving that lame person what he wants. IMO, it is frustrating what he said and a partner who is a great leader should stand up for you and say something (respectfully and cordially, of course).

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I think my partners would fire a client like that.

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I think rather than ask to not work with the client you should let the partner know the situation and ask for advice on how to handle. Ideally the partner will show strong leadership and either fire the client, call them out on their behavior, or do something else. If the partner is dismissive of your concerns then you know the problem is not just with the client.

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