Attorneys, like all people, make mistakes. Lawyers in our state must complete certain educational requirements and maintain a license in good standing with the Colorado Bar Association to be allowed to continue practicing. If they fail to carry out their prescribed...
Legal Malpractice
Take these steps to fire your attorney
When you hire an attorney, you do so with the idea that this person, along with their team, will assist you with all aspects of your case. By putting the appropriate amount of time and energy into the search process, you can feel confident in your ability to hire the...
Deceptive billing practices and legal malpractice
Before you hire an attorney, it's critical to discuss their compensation. Not only should you talk about this important detail, but it should also be part of the contract you sign. Even if you have everything in order up front, there may be some gray area that allows...
Asking these questions can help prevent legal malpractice
When you sign an agreement to work with an attorney, you hope that everything goes smoothly from start to finish. But, with so many attorneys to compare and details to consider, it's possible you could make a mistake. There are ways to protect against a costly and...
Is legal malpractice on the horizon? Common red flags
You hire a lawyer. Everything seems perfect at the first meeting. They seem interested in your case, engaged in the conversation and dedicated to helping you out. You hire them based on that gut feeling, and, though you know they cannot guarantee any specific outcome,...
Did your attorney fail to provide adequate legal guidance?
When you hire an attorney to handle your legal issues, whether you need legal representation for a civil issue or to defend against a potential criminal charge, you entrust your future to the attorney that you hire. You expect your lawyer to understand the law and...
Did your lawyer have a conflict of interest?
You hire a lawyer and take your case to court. You feel good about it from the very beginning, and your lawyer seems positive. However, you then lose the case, and you get the sense that they did not do all they could to help you. At times, it even seemed like they...
What should you look for when choosing a lawyer?
A lawyer is someone you turn to for specialized legal advice. A lawyer is someone you put your trust in when you find yourself in a difficult spot. Since you're relying on this person for so much, you need to make the right decision the first time around. Choosing a...
Common forms of legal malpractice
When you hire an attorney, you do so with the idea that they'll provide guidance throughout the duration of your case. Unfortunately, just the same as any other type of professional, attorneys can and do make mistakes from time to time. There's a difference between an...
Good response times are essential for quality attorneys
If your attorney is not returning your calls and doesn't respond to you in good time, you may feel as if you're being pushed aside. For that reason, it's normal for attorneys to have rules about response times. Usually, in your contract, it will give some indication...

