Legal Question in Civil Litigation in New York

legal malpractice

If a lawyer committed malpractice, is his firm responsible too? Are the lawyers listed on the retainer agreement responsible also?


Asked on 2/03/04, 12:50 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Louis Venezia Law Offices of Louis Venezia at Union Square, P.C.

Re: legal malpractice

YES AND YES - Most law firms have "legal malpractice" insurance in the event that one of their members commits malpractice. You should keep in mind that malpractice is a mistake, a negligent act, and not an intentional wrongdoing (like stealing client funds). Our office handles "significant" legal malpractice claims (where the damage exceeds $100,000) and you can call to arrange for an appointment to discuss your case if it fits into this category.

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Answered on 2/03/04, 12:57 pm
Andrew Frisch Morgan & Morgan, P.A.

Re: legal malpractice

Any attorney listed on a retainer as well as attorneys that are members of those firms are potential defendants in a legal malpractice case. Most firms have legal malpractice insurance which covers them up to $1,000,000.00.

My firm handles significant legal malpractice cases. For a free consultation you can call me at (877)NYC-LAW1 or (877)692-5291.

All cases are on a contingency which means that you do not pay until we collect money for your case.

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Answered on 2/03/04, 1:10 pm


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