Beware of These Seven Common Attorney Malpractice Traps
By Michael S. LeBoff – June 20, 2019 | Basic considerations to help prevent claims.
Professional Liability Litigation
The Professional Liability Litigation Committee provides a forum for litigators who prosecute or defend claims and regulatory proceedings against attorneys, accountants, and directors and officers to inform themselves on recent developments and hot topics in the area of professional liability.
Recent Practice Points
When a Third Party Pays the Legal Fees
By Paula M. Bagger – May 21, 2019 | Attention to these issues at the outset will help you avoid ethical issues and get paid.
Articles
The Business Judgment Rule: A Shield and Sword
By Iván Resendiz Gutierrez– July 22, 2019 | Key tips to know about the business judgment rule when litigating shareholder derivative actions.
What Law Firms Can Do to Promote Mental Health for Their Lawyers
By Anne Marie Seibel – June 13, 2018 | Tending to the mental-health needs of lawyers is an important professional responsibility.
Sound Advice Podcasts
What to Include in Your Engagement Letter
This program addresses some common terms and issues to consider including in an engagement letter to reduce the risk of receiving a legal malpractice claim and to increase the likelihood of successfully defending such a claim. (12:17 min.)
Pro Bono Protections: Seven Tips for Your Pro Bono Practice
Melissa Fox and Amanda Giffin (both with Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP) discuss practical tips for how to protect yourself in your pro bono practice. (6:31 min.)
Professional Liability Litigation
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Events & CLE
Aug
20
Events | Webinar
How to Succeed as a Trial Lawyer: Negotiating and Mediating Ethically
ETHICS 60 min
Most cases settle before trial. You need to know how to negotiate and mediate while avoiding ethical pitfalls. What statements to opposing counsel are unethical, including nondisclosure of facts you…
Oct
17
Events | In-Person
23rd Annual National Institute on Class Actions
CLE 630 min
This premier class action conference is in Nashville and more relevant than ever. Whether you litigate and try class action lawsuits, want to learn how to best help your clients, or learn about curre…
Nov
13
2019 Women in Litigation Joint CLE Conference
CLE 825 min
The conference will highlight women Leading for Success in the Courtroom, in the Judiciary and in the Profession. You'll have the opportunity to learn from leading litigators from across the nation a…