Legal malpractice is a lawsuit filed against an attorney alleging negligence because of conduct or practice methods on the part of the attorney that are inconsistent with the standards of legal practice.
Attorneys have a duty to represent their clients following the standards of law. The attorney must:
In some cases, however, the standards of legal practice may call for an attorney to make a judgment and the law does allow for the attorney to make that judgment without being held liable for malpractice. There are many other situations that can affect whether or not a client has a valid complaint against an attorney for malpractice.
Due to the complexity of legal malpractice matters, it is recommended that you seek professional legal assistance to protect your interests. A lawyer who has experience in this area of law can give legal advice that will assist you with the matter and will ensure that the judicial process is properly followed.