Michael K Furey

December 29, 2020 | New Jersey Law Journal

A joint representation often means more interesting legal work and higher billings because the representation tends to be more complicated and time-consuming; but it also poses an ethical minefield.

By Michael K. Furey

9 minute read

June 18, 2020 | New Jersey Law Journal

It is inevitable that attorneys will be asked to take over matters from other attorneys as a result of an alleged mistake by the original attorney. Before you do so, be careful to recognize the potential risks and decide what role you are prepared to play in the matter.

By Michael K. Furey

10 minute read

October 17, 2019 | New Jersey Law Journal

It will come as no surprise to anyone who defends attorneys accused of malpractice that the Affidavit of Merit system is not working, at least as applied to the legal profession.

By Michael K. Furey

6 minute read

January 15, 2018 | New Jersey Law Journal

Sometimes, the trial judge can make an error that may prove decisive in the case. Is this a defense when the attorney is sued by her client for malpractice?

By Michael K. Furey and Sylvia-Rebecca Gutierrez

9 minute read

January 16, 2017 | New Jersey Law Journal

Increasingly, law firms are seeking waivers of possible future conflicts of interest with their clients when they undertake a representation, i.e., the client agrees to waive conflicts its attorneys may encounter in the future.

By Michael K. Furey and Sylvia-Rebecca Gutierrez

22 minute read

January 14, 2016 | New Jersey Law Journal

While attorneys should expressly limit their representation, they must understand how to do it and the restrictions on their ability to do so.

By Michael K. Furey and Sylvia-Rebecca Gutierrrez

8 minute read

January 14, 2016 | New Jersey Law Journal

While attorneys should expressly limit their representation, they must understand how to do it and the restrictions on their ability to do so.

By Michael K. Furey and Sylvia-Rebecca Gutierrrez

8 minute read

November 25, 2015 | New Jersey Law Journal

It is time for New Jersey to return to the mainstream by permitting a disgorgement of fees, but not the recovery of the fees, in pursuing a malpractice action.

By Michael K. Furey and Sylvia-Rebecca Gutierrez

7 minute read

November 25, 2015 | New Jersey Law Journal

It is time for New Jersey to return to the mainstream by permitting a disgorgement of fees, but not the recovery of the fees, in pursuing a malpractice action.

By Michael K. Furey and Sylvia-Rebecca Gutierrez

7 minute read