Isn't it a bit late to be asking if you can trust your lawyer? I imagine you can.
Typically RFE's only go to lawyer and then they pass on details to you. That's how it seems to work anyway.
I would respond to the RFE as soon as possible. I got my RFE issued around the same time as yours (11/13/2003 I think) and responded right away. Updated status on website says they received response on 11/25/03. I wouldn't hang about in replying as it just creates further delay on your case.
Good luck!
Typically RFE's only go to lawyer and then they pass on details to you. That's how it seems to work anyway.
I would respond to the RFE as soon as possible. I got my RFE issued around the same time as yours (11/13/2003 I think) and responded right away. Updated status on website says they received response on 11/25/03. I wouldn't hang about in replying as it just creates further delay on your case.
Good luck!