If you have a fee dispute with you lawyer, consider arbitration as an option. Some bar associations provide free arbitration of fees.  If you find or suspect a lawyer's conduct to be unethical, you should make a complaint to the appropriate disciplinary agency by contacting your local bar association or the highest court in the state. The fifty state supreme courts may disbar, suspend, or censure a lawyer for unprofessional conduct.  Under no circumstances should you feel it is necessary to continue to be represented by a lawyer once you have discharged him. But don't act hastily. Often a conference with the lawyer can ease your concerns. He or she may not be aware of your dissatisfaction. And note: the dismissed lawyer may be entitled to a fee for services actually rendered.