Holding Texas Attorneys Accountable to Clients
Some lawyers will not handle cases that may involve suing another lawyer. We will.
As attorneys who value the reputation of our profession, we put justice for our clients first. If you have lost a case or missed a legal opportunity because an attorney you hired failed to perform his or her professional duties, please contact the Law Office of Mark A. Ticer in Dallas, Texas.
Negligence or Misuse of Your Trust Can Be Legal Malpractice
When you hire an attorney, you have a right to expect more than the legal knowledge to deal with your case. You deserve an attorney who justifies your trust by:
- Giving full attention to important details and deadlines
- Keeping you informed of all actions, changes and decisions that may impact the outcome of your case, through a commitment to full disclosure
- Promptly telling you about any settlement offer or other development requiring a decision on your part
- Staying fully prepared to deal with developments in your case and representing your best interests
These are some of the unqualified duties of every lawyer, across all areas of the law — similar to a standard of care in medical matters. Failure to uphold any of these obligations to a client may constitute legal malpractice. However, pursuing such a claim is very intimidating for most people, especially if the negligent attorney has a good reputation or works for a large, powerful law firm.
You Do Not Have to Accept Poor Representation
You have legal recourse if your attorney's negligence or poor performance has resulted in:
- Loss or dismissal of your case due to poor preparation
- Missed opportunities to settle a case favorably for you or the settlement of your case without your authorization
- Failure to file a lawsuit promptly on your behalf
Legal malpractice cases can be challenging, but we welcome that challenge. When you have been victimized, we will move aggressively on your behalf by quickly pursuing complete disclosure. Our attorneys and staff will scour all available files, including e-mails, to prove your case and uncover any factors — such as alcohol or other substance abuse, divorce, financial distress or personal issues — that may have contributed to your lawyer's failure to represent you effectively.
When you need a lawyer who will go the distance to hold another lawyer accountable, contact our established, aggressive Texas law firm.
