Who this guide helps
Families coordinating more than one legal team
The short answer
Create a jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction task map. Two lawyers in different places may have separate clients, scopes and deadlines; one engagement should not be assumed to cover the other jurisdiction.
Practical workflow
For each location, identify the matter, official record, current lawyer, next known event and open question. Ask which lawyer coordinates shared facts and whether information may be transferred. Request agreed handling of translations, originals, secure files and fees. Describe a document's origin rather than treating a translated copy as universally valid.
What a useful handoff looks like
The handoff is complete only when the receiving team confirms receipt and its own scope. Record who monitors each deadline and who contacts the family. Ask whether additional admission, local counsel or specialist review is needed, without assuming the answer.
Mistakes to avoid
Do not send confidential files broadly or presume a lawyer licensed in one place may appear everywhere. Conflicting instructions and unclear deadline ownership are reasons to seek clarification, not to improvise a legal strategy.
Working example: fields to record
| Field | Illustrative entry — replace with your own facts |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction task | Matter and responsible team |
| Transfer permission | Client authorization to be confirmed |
| Deadline owner | Named team and source document |
Add your own entries; the example is illustrative. Keep sensitive information private.
Sources & further checks
Official references are starting points for further checks, not approval of a specific case, product or project.
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