At the heart of many legal malpractice claims is a lawyer’s violation of ethical duties as articulated in state rules of professional conduct. These duties include things like: handling a client’s case with competence and diligence; keeping clients updated about the status of their case; avoiding conflicts of interest; and handling client funds responsibly.
Case highlights importance of navigating procedural barriers to legal malpractice litigation
Legal malpractice litigation can be an important avenue for holding a negligent attorney accountable for damages caused by poor representation. It is important, though, to work with experienced legal counsel to build a case that has legal merit and isn’t impeded by any procedural technicalities.
