A notable Massachusetts criminal defense attorney, widely recognized for defending Lindsay Clancy, is currently at the center of a legal malpractice allegation. The attorney is accused of neglecting the legal needs of a client who is serving life sentences for second-degree murder and home invasion, a charge which the lawyer vehemently denies. Details of the…
An Illinois appellate court has reinstated an attorney’s legal malpractice suit against several firms listed among the NLJ 500, marking a significant development in ongoing professional liability litigation. The decision overturned a previous ruling that was based on the doctrine of unclean hands. According to the court, the alleged wrongdoing in the underlying case was…
Cooley LLP has reached a settlement in a legal malpractice case brought by Gould Ventures. The dispute centered around allegations of professional negligence in the representation of the venture capital firm. The terms of the settlement, including any potential financial compensation, have not been disclosed. This resolution comes as part of a broader effort by…
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals has revived a legal malpractice claim against a Kirkland & Ellis LLP attorney, brought by a New Jersey divorcee who alleges that mishandling of estate documents cost her millions. According to the appellate court, it may be possible to establish a connection between the damages she claims and the…
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP and several of its partners have been drawn into a $1 billion legal malpractice lawsuit involving King & Spalding LLP. The lawsuit, filed by White Oak Advisors, alleges that the law firms participated in schemes aimed at benefiting a lawyer’s acquaintance, consequently disadvantaging the investment firm. The addition of HSF…
In a recent decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit expressed significant concerns regarding a former partner at Benesch Friedlander Coplan & Aronoff LLP and their handling of a client’s trade secrets lawsuit. The attorney in question chose to represent a trade secrets suit client while simultaneously negotiating employment with the opposing…
In a notable development in the legal community, Morgan & Morgan has been ordered to pay a $4.3 million legal malpractice arbitration award. The outcome stems from a case where the firm was accused of failing to adequately represent a client, ultimately putting them in an untenable position, according to the client’s counsel, Mary Ellen…
In a significant legal development, BakerHostetler, a prominent national law firm, is facing a potential claim under the Georgia Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act. The claim arises from allegations of legal malpractice leveled by a trustee against BakerHostetler and an Atlanta-based attorney, who is alleged to have served as the de facto general…
In an unfolding legal scenario, the prominent law firm Levin Papantonio Rafferty is facing a lawsuit for alleged legal malpractice related to their representation in cases stemming from the BP oil spill. The firm, which has a storied history in environmental and personal injury law, is accused of mishandling several aspects of litigation linked to…
A decision from the Pennsylvania Superior Court this week has put the spotlight on a procedural oversight that may complicate the appeal of a businessman alleging legal malpractice against Duane Morris LLP. During the proceedings, the court expressed concerns regarding whether the appellant properly presented privileged documents at the initial trial. This step is critical…
In an evolving legal confrontation, an immigration attorney who has forfeited her license in Washington state is urging the federal court to dismiss claims made by former clients. These clients allege that the attorney mistakenly assured them of improbable outcomes, thus mishandling their cases. The attorney argues that the plaintiffs have improperly escalated what she…
A former attorney from the law firm Girardi Keese has been sentenced to probation after choosing to remain silent about the misappropriations of the firm’s principal, Tom Girardi. The attorney received a sentence of one day already served in custody, as well as two years of probation. This decision comes as a response to the…
In a recent ruling by a Washington court, Ashurst Perkins Coie has successfully resisted a demand to produce documents linked to its predecessor’s legal work involving an Omani nail manufacturer. The firm had been implicated in a legal *malpractice suit* concerning its participation in international trade proceedings. The court’s decision has significant implications for legal…
First Bank’s legal malpractice suit against the New Jersey law firm Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis LLP has been given new life by a state appeals panel. On Monday, the panel ruled that the trial court should not have excluded the bank’s expert report, which is pivotal to First Bank’s claims regarding a flawed loan…
On Wednesday, a legal ethics expert testified before a Florida jury, indicating that Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP’s representation of Patriot National Inc. could constitute legal malpractice. The testimony suggested that the firm’s handling of the insurance services company may have led to its declaration of bankruptcy. This raises questions about the fiduciary responsibilities of…
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…