Ethics/Professional Responsibility
Jun. 15, 2026
Small habits that lead to big legal trouble
Common law practice habits such as disorganized email management, weak mobile device security, failure to use engagement letters, inadequate docket control and insufficient attention to malpractice insurance can increase exposure to legal malpractice risk, while improving these practices can reduce that risk.
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Lawyers, too, can develop professional habits that undermine their practices. Some of these habits can make it more difficult to avoid legal malpractice claims or even create additional risk. Fortunately, there are simp...
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