Losing a civil lawsuit leaves many people feeling frustrated and confused. Trial courts do not always reach the correct result, which is why appeals exist. However, an appellate court cannot simply retry a case from scratch or review every mistake that happened in the...
Legal Malpractice
Did a failure to conduct a proper conflicts check lead to the disqualification of your counsel?
Hiring a law firm requires a foundation of absolute trust and uncompromised representation. Your attorney owes you a strict “fiduciary” duty to protect your interests, preserve your confidential information and advocate solely on your behalf. That requires, among...
Did your lawyer fail to include a prevailing-party attorney’s fee provision in your contract?
Entering into a business agreement requires careful planning to ensure your legal rights and financial investments are protected. When you hire an attorney to draft a contract, you rely on their knowledge and skill to protect your interests in the event that contract...
Did your lawyer fail to name an indispensable party in your civil litigation?
The process of managing a civil lawsuit requires a high degree of precision by the attorney, particularly when it comes to identifying who exactly needs to be involved in the litigation. In the legal world, certain individuals and entities are considered...
Did a lawyer’s error in drafting a will or trust invalidate your loved one’s estate plan?
Most people create a will or trust because they want clarity. They want their assets to go where they intend with as little cost and stress as possible for the loved ones they leave behind. An estate plan only works, however, if it is legally effective. If a document...
Did your attorney’s poor oversight in statutory compliance lead to penalties?
When you hire a lawyer for a business or real estate matter, you typically do so to help you navigate legal rules you may not deal with every day. Many of those rules are not optional. They are set by statutes or regulations and can carry fees, fines, interest or...
Did your lawyer fail to conduct adequate due diligence in your legal transaction?
When you hire an attorney for a business or real estate deal, you are not just paying for document drafting. In many cases, you rely on your lawyer to protect your interests in the deal, as well. Doing that requires investigating the key facts, identifying legal risks...
Did your attorney’s failure to comply with court protocols impact your case?
Navigating the legal landscape requires a lawyer's keen attention to detail, especially when it comes to adhering to court protocols. This duty extends beyond mere representation; it encompasses meticulous compliance with procedural rules that govern civil litigation....
Did your lawyer fail to disclose a conflict of interest affecting your case?
When you hire an attorney, you expect loyalty, clear judgment and advocacy devoted to your interests. Under the Florida Rules of Professional Conduct, lawyers must be reasonably competent and diligent in their representation – and they must avoid conflicts of interest...
Did your attorney misinterpret your contractual obligations, causing you financial harm?
When you hire an attorney to review, negotiate or advise you about a contract, you reasonably expect a careful, accurate analysis. You don’t merely expect it; you rely on it. Contracts often turn on precise language. Single words, exact punctuation and...

