Our Expertise
Professional Liability Defense
Nothing, perhaps, is as withering, personally and professionally for a lawyer, as a suit alleging malpractice or, for a member of the judiciary, an allegation of misconduct. The same is true when malpractice allegations are made against accountants, financial advisors and other professionals.
Defending professionals in such proceedings requires not just deep experience in this specialized and evolving area of practice, but also an understanding that success may require not only obtaining a favorable result under the circumstances, but also helping restore our client’s sense of integrity in the process.
We have successfully defended many malpractice actions, including matters involving:
- real estate
- tax and estate planning
- prosecution and defense of other lawsuits
- corporate activities
- billing and fees
We have represented more than 30 judges in disciplinary proceedings before the California Commission on Judicial Performance, as well as many financial advisors in securities industry arbitrations and investigations and SEC investigations.
Successfully representing professionals requires staying ahead of shifts in business and legal practice. Expanding technology, such as the electronic transmission and storage of data, has opened other avenues to plaintiffs that demand experienced defense.
Being sued for any reason involves stresses like no other, and malpractice suits can be the most stressful – something no one knows better than a legal professional. When legal or other professionals find themselves faced with a malpractice action, they can count on us for skilled leadership in defending their interests – and their professional standing.
The SCMV Professional Liability Defense Practice:
Understanding . . . beyond the letter of the law.