Shari Klevens

March 15, 2017 | The Recorder

While attorneys may be vigilant and detail-oriented by nature, they are still human. Accordingly, mistakes can happen in the course of an attorney-client representation, even when attorneys take steps to reduce their risk overall.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

11 minute read

March 07, 2017 | The Recorder

The new normal in the legal market is constant lateral movement by attorneys from one law firm to another. The competition among law firms is fierce, and attorneys and entire practice groups are sometimes wooed by other firms promising greener pastures.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

11 minute read

March 01, 2017 | The Recorder

A common concern of partners in a law firm is the potential that they will be held personally liable for actions taken by another partner. However, partners do not have to live in fear, as there are a number of proactive steps that can help limit the risk.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

10 minute read

February 23, 2017 | FC&S Insurance

Across the country, firms large and small continue to face big exposures because of avoidable mistakes or because of aggressive plaintiffs. Time and again,…

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

6 minute read

February 21, 2017 | The Recorder

Law firms are founded with the expectation of success. Partnership agreements are drawn up with beneficial interests in mind. Business development plans are set into motion. Staff and other attorneys are recruited with growth in mind. The concept of firm failure is usually not entertained in the same way.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

11 minute read

February 14, 2017 | Texas Lawyer

Law firms are moving more often with fewer complications, but a change of address should not be undertaken without giving due consideration to the proper retention of client files.

By Shari Klevens and Randy Evans

11 minute read

February 14, 2017 | The Recorder

Legal malpractice insurance can save your career and your firm. Although maintaining coverage isn't mandatory in California, it is encouraged. Indeed, for some time, the Rules of Professional Conduct have required California attorneys to disclose to clients if they do not carry malpractice insurance (or if their insurance is terminated during the course of a representation).

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

14 minute read

February 08, 2017 | The Recorder

Even as firms capitalize on economies of scale and project further expansion as the economy strengthens, downsizing remains a reality in all major markets, including California.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

11 minute read

January 31, 2017 | The Recorder

Across the country, firms large and small continue to face big exposures because of avoidable mistakes or because of aggressive plaintiffs. Time and again, these claims result in multimillion-dollar legal malpractice payouts.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

11 minute read

January 25, 2017 | The Recorder

Applying for professional malpractice insurance is sometimes considered a chore. Too many law firms and attorneys breeze through insurance applications, without carefully considering their responses to each question and the implications. However, failing to properly answer questions can create serious risks for law firms.

By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens

12 minute read