Choosing a Legal Malpractice Attorney In Louisville Kentucky

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What Is Legal Malpractice?

When a client receives a verdict or settlement is "not what they expected", it does not necessarily mean the lawyer representing them committed legal malpractice. An attorney is to act in the best interests of his/her client. If your attorney puts his/her interests or those of a third party before that of the client, that attorney has breached "fiduciary duty" to the client and could be guilty of legal malpractice. A retainer agreement is a contract that defines the relationship between the lawyer and client. This agreement between the lawyer and client outlines the role, expectations and obligations of each party. If your lawyer failed to meet his/her obligations they are in breach of contract and possibly liable for legal malpractice.

All attorneys are expected to exercise the degree of care and skill expected of a “reasonably competent attorney,” under similar circumstances, in the performance of all work relevant to a case. If your attorney failed to exercise the degree of care and skill of a reasonably competent attorney, the attorney may be negligent and liable for legal malpractice. If an attorney presents him/herself to be an expert or specialist in an area of law, the standard of care is that of an “reasonably competent” expert or specialist in the field.

How Can I Avoid Legal Malpractice

The best way to avoid becoming the victim of legal malpractice is to ask any potential lawyer a few simple questions before having them represent you.

1. Are you board certified as a specialist? Board certifications are in place to provide clients with added piece of mind and recognize attorneys that exceed the standards in their field.
2. Have you ever taken a case like mine before jury? Whether your case involves personal injury, medical malpractice or an automobile accident the attorney you select should be ready for trial by jury should a settlement not be reached.
3. What are some of the past verdicts and settlements you have received? Track records are important, you would not hire someone who has never worked on a car as a mechanic. Never hire a lawyer can not show proven results in your type of case.

What Can I Do If I Believe I Have Been A Victim Of Legal Malpractice?

William F. McMurry is Board Certified as a legal malpractice trial specialist by the ABPLA. This means he has been recognized by other lawyers in the field for his knowledge, ethics, education and excellence in the practice of legal malpractice. If you feel that an attorney has acted negligently while representing you please, feel free to contact us. We will hear your case at no charge to you and determine the next steps to take. Here are some of the verdicts & settlements William F. McMurry's clients have received with him representing them as their Louisville Kentucky legal malpractice lawyer.

Legal Malpractice Verdicts & Settlements