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Randy Evans

Randy Evans

January 10, 2017 | The Recorder

Protecting Your Firm From Partner Departures

Firms should consider ways to prepare for the inevitable loss of attorneys to other firms.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

11 minute read

January 06, 2017 | Texas Lawyer

New Year's Resolutions You Can Keep

New Year's resolutions are not just for your personal life. You can make important resolutions that will drastically improve your law practice in the coming year. And despite statistics that suggest resolutions fail more often than not, you can be successful in developing new and improved habits for your legal practice. You can protect your professional resolutions from failure if you plan them right.

By Shari Klevens and Randy Evans

11 minute read

January 04, 2017 | The Recorder

Time to Dust Off Your Legal Malpractice Policy

In today's competitive insurance market, there are a wide range of options available that can help combat the ever-increasing risk of a legal malpractice claim.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

11 minute read

December 28, 2016 | The Recorder

When It Comes to Legal Malpractice, Knowledge is Comfort

Most attorneys will face more than one malpractice claim over the course of their careers. Here's a checklist to understand when there's a real threat.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevans

12 minute read

December 21, 2016 | The Recorder

Things to Think About Before Suing a Client Over Past-Due Bills

Deciding whether to sue a client for unpaid fees requires a careful balance of risks and rewards. While litigation is sometimes inevitable, the decision is not to be made precipitously.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

11 minute read

December 13, 2016 | The Recorder

Mitigating Risks in Law Firm Mergers

If your firm is not considering or the object of a merger or acquisition, chances are it may be soon.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

10 minute read

December 06, 2016 | The Recorder

Holiday Merriment, Misbehavior and Malpractice

The holiday season, with its flurry of parties, vacations, and administrative tasks, ushers its own set of unique professional liability risks.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

11 minute read

November 30, 2016 | The Recorder

What to Keep in Mind When Changing Malpractice Insurers

Attorneys may think that they are protected because of their policies' effective dates. However, the greater risk from gaps comes from less obvious sources.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

11 minute read

November 22, 2016 | The Recorder

Moving Beyond 'Unfinished Business' Claims

Law firm dissolutions have created issues related to "unfinished business." Two recent decisions have clarified the law for firms picking up partners from defunct firms.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

20 minute read

November 16, 2016 | The Recorder

5 'Dont's' For Lawyers Facing Malpractice Claims

Here are some common mistakes made by attorneys in receiving a malpractice claim, and how to avoid them.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

13 minute read