Tag Archives: legal malpractice
When Has a Lawyer Breached the Duty Owed to a Client?
In addition to proving the nature of the duty of care the attorney owed, a client (or former client) claiming malpractice must prove the attorney breached that duty where the client is concerned. To prove a lawyer has breached a legally-recognized duty, it is necessary to examine the lawyer’s conduct in light of several factors: … Read More »
When Can Attorneys Be Held Liable for the Acts of Others?
In previous Monday articles, this blog has examined the standard of care an attorney owes to his or her clients, and the manner in which a breach of that duty may constitute legal malpractice. Most of the time, legal malpractice claims are based on the actions of an attorney and made against the attorney… Read More »
The Leopard’s New Spots: Education and Attorney Competence
In California, as in other states, an attorney must represent his or her client with competence, and with a reasonable level of skill and knowledge. Attorneys acquire knowledge, skill, and competence over time, through experience and education. An attorney is not limited to one area of practice or specialization. In fact, an attorney may… Read More »
