The ongoing legal battle involving Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP and Patriot National Inc. has taken a compelling turn as recent courtroom revelations shed light on the broader implications of the alleged malpractice. The complexities of the case were brought to the fore by the testimony of a chief financial officer from an unrelated insurance…
A New Jersey state court has ordered the law firm Cooley LLP to pay $25.4 million after a jury found the firm liable for malpractice. The case revolved around accusations made by the founder of a biotech company, alleging that Cooley’s legal team assisted in his removal from the company he established. The verdict underscores…
In a recent legal malpractice case, Cooley LLP has been ordered to pay a substantial $25 million to an aggrieved client. The sum includes $3 million in attorney fees, $1.1 million in expenses, and $5.6 million in prejudgment interest. This outcome highlights significant issues within the firm’s management and decision-making processes, raising concerns about the…
In a decision that underscores the complexities of professional liability coverage, a Berkley unit has successfully defended against breach of contract claims in a legal malpractice lawsuit. The dispute involved accusations of malpractice lodged by a lawyer against his former insurer, asserting that the insurer unfairly denied coverage under a professional liability policy. The ruling…
The legal landscape surrounding malpractice claims against major law firms has seen a significant development as Holland & Knight faces a $1.2 billion lawsuit. The litigation stems from allegations that the firm failed to identify crucial regulatory issues in a $320 million property technology venture, potentially jeopardizing the client’s operations in the real estate sector….
In a Florida courtroom on July 21, 2026, the former Chief Financial Officer of Patriot National Inc. testified that “chaos” erupted when a fundraising initiative, overseen by Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP, reached the public markets. Executives discovered that the terms of the deal differed from their understanding, leading to significant internal turmoil. This testimony…
A Colorado law firm is facing a $193,000 legal malpractice lawsuit following allegations that it failed to properly support a request for attorneys’ fees, leading two former clients to incur significant financial losses. The dispute centers on the firm’s alleged neglect in submitting necessary billing records after winning an underlying case, ultimately preventing the clients…
An Arizona developer’s legal malpractice lawsuit has been revived by the Court of Appeals, reversing a previous dismissal by the lower court. This legal dispute involves claims that the developer suffered financially due to inadequate legal representation. The case centers around allegations that the legal firm responsible for representing the developer failed to perform critical…
In a significant decision, the Georgia Court of Appeals has dismissed Morgan & Morgan PA’s attempt to overturn a trial court ruling that denied the firm’s motion for summary judgment in a legal malpractice lawsuit. The plaintiffs in the case initially sought the firm’s expertise in a personal injury claim, but subsequently alleged malpractice, complicating…
In a pivotal courtroom revelation, a Connecticut state court heard that McCarter & English LLP, along with one of its Connecticut-based attorneys, allegedly did not meet the required standard of care while advising insurers on loan transactions amounting to $20 million. According to an expert witness, these transactions failed when the borrower ceased payments, leading…
In a case capturing the attention of legal professionals, a former acting attorney general of Pennsylvania is facing efforts to sustain a malpractice claim against him and his law firm, van der Veen Hartshorn & Levin. The contour of this legal battle unfolded in Pennsylvania federal court, where an elections nonprofit swiftly countered a motion…
A legal malpractice lawsuit has been filed against a Georgia-based law firm by its insurer. This suit arises from an alleged claim of negligence involving one of the firm’s attorneys. The insurer contends that the attorney’s actions led to significant financial losses, prompting the pursuit of recovery through legal channels. For more details on this…
In a recent development, a professional liability insurer has informed a federal court that a Georgia-based law firm and one of its attorneys are not entitled to coverage for a legal malpractice claim. This claim was initiated by a former client who alleges that the firm’s mishandling of a lawsuit led to a default judgment…
The unfolding legal drama involving Robert Finnerty, a former attorney at the now-defunct firm Girardi Keese, took a significant turn this week during a disciplinary trial before the State Bar of California. The bar’s prosecutor accused Finnerty of concealing the firm’s alleged misappropriation of funds from a substantial $53 million settlement awarded to a family….
Rider University has initiated a legal malpractice lawsuit against Montgomery McCracken Walker & Rhoads LLP, alleging the firm’s inadequate legal counsel led to the loss of a $42 million property in Princeton, New Jersey. The university contends that the law firm failed to secure clear title to the Westminster Choir College (WCC) campus during Rider’s…
DLA Piper has urged the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit to uphold the dismissal of a legal malpractice lawsuit brought by a Chinese software company. The law firm is also seeking the affirmation of $635,000 in sanctions against the company and its legal team. This request comes after a series of favorable…
Vinson & Elkins, a prominent Houston-based law firm, is facing a legal malpractice lawsuit concerning its involvement in a Texas real estate transaction. The suit alleges that the firm provided negligent legal services, resulting in significant financial losses for the client. This case is not the first instance where Vinson & Elkins has encountered malpractice…
In a recent legal development, the estate of a late dentist has filed a lawsuit against law firms McDermott Will & Schulte LLP, Venable LLP, and two attorneys, accusing them of negligence in estate planning advice. The alleged inadequacy resulted in a $40 million liability to the IRS, encompassing both taxes and penalties. The lawsuit,…
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has sought guidance from the Nevada Supreme Court to resolve a legal malpractice issue that could have significant implications for the practice of law in the state. The question revolves around whether a legal malpractice claim requires proof that the client would have won the underlying case if not…
Wheeler Trigg O’Donnell has taken on representation for Mintz Levin in a legal malpractice lawsuit that has captured the attention of the legal community. This development was highlighted by legal tracking services such as Law.com Radar, which monitors litigation across over 2,600 state and federal courts. The case involves intricate issues typical of such high-stake…
In a Massachusetts federal courtroom, law firm Pierce Atwood and two of its attorneys have called for the dismissal of a lawsuit brought by a Ukrainian billionaire. The legal action targets them over a $1.8 billion damages decision involving the investor’s faltering biotech company. The firm contends that the billionaire’s improper conduct was the underlying…
Federal prosecutors are pursuing a $1.98 million forfeiture judgment against Tom Goldstein, the founder of SCOTUSblog, who has been convicted. They are also petitioning a Maryland federal judge to transfer ownership of Goldstein’s Northwest D.C. home to the government as a method of settling the financial implications of the judgment. This legal action marks a…
Recent surveys have revealed a notable increase in the frequency of legal malpractice claims in 2025. According to industry insights, this uptick is largely attributed to evolving client expectations and the complexities of new legal challenges facing firms today. The findings underscore a trend that legal professionals must address to safeguard their practice and reputation….
In a noteworthy shift, insurers have reported a rise in the frequency of legal malpractice claims in 2025, ending a multi-year trend of stagnation. This uptick has been tied to a variety of factors, including the burgeoning use of artificial intelligence within the legal sector. This information emerges from the recent legal professional liability insurance…
The Eighth Circuit Court recently upheld the dismissal of a malpractice lawsuit filed by a Minnesota horse breeder against the law firm Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP. The breeder alleged the firm and one of its former attorneys mishandled malpractice claims against three other law firms, thereby damaging their case. Originally, the horse breeder…