Nothing in your post supports criminal theft charges.  You may, however, have claims against the attorney and while it is unclear what work he specifically did for you, he is not allowed to charge you clearly excessive fees for the work actually done (even if you have a fee agreement purportedly allowing his fees).  You may also have claims against him for ignoring your case and/or for failing to timely return your file and/or settlement proceeds.  If he kept settlement proceeds belonging to you, see another local attorney about suing the first attorney.  If you think he has charged you clearly excessive fees or not returned your file, etc., consider filing a complaint with your local State Bar Association.  They have the power to investigate and/or discipline (up to and including suspension or revocation of his license to practice law) the attorney.  If after investigation the Bar ethics Counsel feels there is a case for violation of the ethical rules governing attorneys, they will follow up at their expense instead of your's.  They might even get him to return some of the money.  Good luck.Greg AbbottConsumer Law NorthwestPortland, OR.www.consumerlawnorthwest.com