A New Jersey case shows what kind of malpractice disputes can arise when lawyers serve as officers in small companies in turmoil. The principal owner of a condominium apartment building is pursuing a malpractice suit against a New York lawyer -- not licensed in New Jersey -- who was the company's COO and part-time GC. At issue is whether the unauthorized practice of law can be more than just an ethical violation that warrants discipline, but also a separate wrong for which damages can be recovered.
October 10, 2006 at 12:00 AM
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The original version of this story was published on Law.Com
A case in Atlantic City, N.J., shows what kind of malpractice disputes can arise when lawyers serve as officers in small companies in turmoil.
The principal owner of a condominium apartment building is pursuing a malpractice suit against a New York lawyer who was the company’s chief operating officer and part-time general counsel.
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