Monday, June 15, 2009

Small Practice Series

Understanding Malpractice Insurance
& Tips to Avoid Claims

June 19th 2-5pm
UF Law Campus HOL 382
FREE
Open to all law students, recent graduates and alums.

Take advantage of this wonderful program presented by local practicioners.


Statistically, one in three attorneys practicing today will be the target of a legal malpractice claim. About half of malpractice claims are caused by administrative andclient relations errors, all of which can be avoided by instituting and following sound practice management procedures. This course will provide an overview of the most common causes of legal malpractice, the best risk management practices for avoiding claims and the relationship of various sections of Article 4 of the Rules Regulating the Florida Bar to the risk avoidance procedures. The course will conclude with an explanation of the unique characteristics of a lawyers professional liability policy.

Presenters: William Loucks, Attorney, President & CEOScott Danahy, Attorney, Claims SpecialistFlorida Lawyers Mutual Insurance Co.

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