Professional Liability Matters

We’ve addressed some potential pitfalls in the past associated with litigation funding when it comes to attorney liability, including ethical considerations. (See HERE and HERE) Recently, a New York intermediate appeals court has affirmed a trial court’s order, holding the trial court correctly allowed defendants to seek materials related to the funding of plaintiffs’ litigation. … Continued

Over the past decade, there has been a substantial rise in the number of attorneys using litigation funding to help prosecute or defend a case. This area is largely unregulated in New York. While this new way of practicing law might help lawyers advocate for clients, it could open a lawyer to liability from the lender, … Continued

In a word, attorneys are advocates. Our role is to effectively represent our clients with an eye toward accomplishing the client’s goals. There are many resources available for us to do so, but there are also limits. One resource is the media and not just necessarily social media but old school, newsprint and other news … Continued

Non-profit boards are the backbone of countless community institutions – from homeowners associations and religious congregations to private schools and arts organizations. Yet, when these boards face litigation, the dynamics of representation differ significantly from those in the corporate world. Defense counsel must not only manage legal strategy but also navigate the interpersonal and structural … Continued