Memphis Legal Malpractice Attorneys Offer Advice for Parties Seeking Legal Counsel
If you are considering hiring an attorney in the near or not-so-near future, there is something important that you should know. While you are likely aware that legal malpractice occurs, you may not be aware that much of the time, when a legal malpractice action is pursued against an attorney, there are multiple plaintiffs. The number of multi-plaintiff legal malpractice actions that occur in Tennessee and elsewhere in America is an indication that attorneys who are committing malpractice often have more than one victim.
There are many different types of malpractice which have been committed against multiple parties. From attorneys who have collected retainer fees and then failed to take any action on behalf of two clients to a real estate attorney who roped investors into bogus business deals and made away with large sums of their money, there are many reasons why prospective legal services consumers should be concerned about who they retain as counsel. Many consumers feel that since attorneys must be licensed, they are generally trustworthy. While most attorneys are trustworthy, there are some that are not, and the disciplinary process does take time. Attorneys who are accused of committing malpractice may be able to continue practicing law while the matter is investigated, and if malpractice did occur, the attorney will not necessarily be prohibited from practicing law. Disbarment does occur in some cases, but even then, attorneys can pursue reinstatement a few years later.
If you are in a situation where you need the services of an attorney, chances are that you already have plenty of stress in your life. Fortunately, there is something that you can do, as a prospective client, which can help to ensure that you do not become an unscrupulous attorney’s next victim. If you have the names of one or more attorneys who you are thinking of meeting with regarding your case, you can find out whether they have been subject to a public disciplinary action, such as a public reprimand, suspension, or disbarment before you contact them to arrange for an initial consultation. The way to do this is to take the name or list of names to your computer and visit the Online Attorney Directory which is available on the Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility’s website. Look up each name on your list, and you will be able to find out information about the attorney, including whether any public disciplinary actions have been brought against them.
If you think that you might be a victim of legal malpractice of any kind, it is important to speak to an attorney right away. The experienced Memphis Legal Malpractice Attorneys at Bailey & Greer, PLLC are here to help you. To learn more, call 901-680-9777 to schedule a time to discuss your case. At Bailey & Greer, PLLC, we are small enough to care, big enough to fight, and experienced enough to win.
Since graduating magna cum laude in 2005 from the University of Memphis School of Law, Thomas has helped make a difference in the lives of victims of serious personal injury, wrongful death, and professional negligence. Thomas has extensive trial experience in both state and federal court. Among other victories in the courtroom, Thomas obtained several impressive jury verdicts and settlements
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