Intro to Legal Malpractice Claims Through The Ethics Lens

Legal malpractice claims continue to grow in frequency and value. Using real-world examples, this course explores claims against lawyers based on attorney malpractice with corresponding issues of professional misconduct. Common ethical considerations and the relationship between professional responsibility and malpractice exposure will be explored. Related causes of action, common defenses, and jurisdictional considerations will be reviewed as well as risk management techniques and best practices to mitigate such claims.
 

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the basics of legal malpractice claims

2. Explore the overlap between legal malpractice and the rules of professional responsibility

3. Discuss common defenses and risk management techniques