Like other professionals, lawyers sometimes make mistakes in the handling of a client's legal matter, which may  adversely affect the final outcome of the legal matter.  A judgment call by an attorney that did not have the desired outcome may not necessarily be negligent conduct giving rise to a legal malpractice claim.  In all litigated matters there is always a winner and always a loser, and a loss of a case in and of itself does not necessarily give rise to a legal malpractice claim. 

However, if the final adverse outcome is as a result of a lawye'rs negligence, incompetence, or omission, such lawyer or firm may be responsible for the damages suffered by the client.  Most reputable law firms maintain legal malpractice insurance for such events.   

If you believe that you suffered a financial loss due to an attorney's negligence, contact our Professional Liability Section partner, Samuel L. Davis, for a free and confidential consultation.  Attorney Sam Davis can be reached by email at sam@teanecklaw.com  or by calling 201-907-5000 extension 400.