Perspective
May 24, 2014
A defensive approach to mitigating malpractice claims
Legal malpractice claims often arise in a variety of circumstances, but with careful preventive planning and a few easy-to-follow steps, attorneys can limit potential malpractice claims. By Jason Fellner, Peter Weber and Josh Davis
Legal malpractice claims often arise in a variety of circumstances, but with careful preventive planning and a few easy-to-follow steps, attorneys can limit potential malpractice claims. First, attorneys should always implement a detailed written fee agreement. Second, the fee agreement should define the scope of representation and identify the client. Third, attorneys should develop a thorough conflict check system an...
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