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New Jersey Law Journal

Attorney Who Lost Airplane in Divorce Proceedings Tries to Sue Ex-Wife's Lawyer

On appeal, the wife's attorney claimed any communications he made during the underlying case were protected by the litigation privilege. The appeals court, in an unsigned ruling, agreed.
3 minute read

New York Law Journal

In Reversal, First Department Reinstates Part of $37M Malpractice Suit Against Real Estate, Business Lawyer

The appeals court has reinstated part of a $37 million legal-malpractice suit brought by a former client against a Manhattan attorney after the client lost a $35 million breach-of-contract action based on statute-of-frauds grounds.
6 minute read

New Jersey Law Journal

Pa. Attorney Receives Reciprocal, 4-Year Suspension in NJ for 'Web of Lies to His Own Clients and Law Firm'

The New Jersey Supreme Court has agreed with a majority of the state's Disciplinary Review Board, issuing reciprocal discipline to a Pennsylvania attorney for falsely telling clients that he successfully resolved their cases and paying them more than $500,000 from his personal funds to perpetrate those falsehoods.
4 minute read

Connecticut Law Tribune

Judge Dismisses Suit Seeking to Hold Attorney Responsible for $11.9M Verdict

'These findings implicate only intentional misconduct,' says U.S. District Judge Kari A. Dooley.
2 minute read

Connecticut Law Tribune

Appellate Court: 'The Law Is Clear' Regarding Expert Witness Requirements for Legal Malpractice Case

"The plaintiff was clearly on notice that her disclosure of an expert witness was overdue," the court said.
4 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Sometimes You Have to Fire Your Client to Avoid Issues

It is never an easy decision to fire a client, but sometimes it is the right or necessary decision. The decision to fire a client should not be taken lightly, but you should not hesitate to make that choice when necessary.
9 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Phila. Firm's Dispute Over $7.7M Attorney Fee Stayed in Federal Court

After Marcie McMinimee was appointed conservator for Grynberg, she allegedly found that the aging tycoon had paid the firm $7.7 million in fees, which, McMinimee contended, was the result of undue influence.
4 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Attorney Liability Cases—Expert Opinions and Standards of Care

Unless an issue in an attorney liability case is outside of common understanding, an expert opinion will generally be required to assist the jury as to the standard of care.
6 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Phila. Attorney to Face Malpractice Trial Over Alleged Failure to Preserve Claim Against NJ Housing Authority

"It's important to stay up to date with developments in statute and case law," Zakheim said, noting that although Altman pointed to decades-old case law regarding notice to support his summary judgment efforts, case law on the issue has become much more stringent in recent years.
4 minute read

Connecticut Law Tribune

3 Attorneys Disciplined: Reprimand, Suspension, Resignation

Three attorneys were sanctioned by Connecticut Superior Court orders, including one who fatally struck a pedestrian, another who was convicted of mortgage fraud, and a veteran lawyer who opted to resign, rather than face a one-year suspension.
6 minute read

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