Document Type
Article
Publication Date
4-2002
Journal Title
St. Mary's Law Journal
ISSN
0581-3441
Abstract
This article addresses the prevailing problem of malpractice claims based on conflicts of interest. Part I of this article introduces the topic by underscoring the seriousness of all conflicts of interest and recommending preventative action. Part II describes measures that law firms can take to detect and manage conflicts and analyzes the effect of the firm’s ability to avoid conflicts claims on a firm’s ethical infrastructure. Part III focuses on some of the most common conflicts situations that result in malpractice claims and sanctions. The discussion includes selected conflicts cases that illustrate problems and patterns. Part IV concludes by urging firm manages to reassess the efficiency and long-term benefits of devoting time and resources to conflicts avoidance management.
First Page
669
Last Page
720
Num Pages
52
Volume Number
33
Issue Number
4
Publisher
St. Mary's University School of Law
Recommended Citation
Susan S. Fortney & Jett Hanna,
Fortifying a Law Firm's Ethical Infrastructure: Avoiding Legal Malpractice Claims Based on Conflicts of Interest,
33
St. Mary's L.J.
669
(2002).
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