May 24, 2021 | Daily Report Online
Best of Luck to the Daily Report's Departing Managing EditorWe authors and Jonathan shared a common commitment that transcended political boundaries—keeping Georgia lawyers informed and safe.
By Randy Evans, Shari L. Klevens and Alanna Clair
4 minute read
May 04, 2021 | Daily Report Online
On Judicial Nominations, Results Speak Louder Than WordsReal change is something that you must stay at—year in and year out. Disappointingly, with all Gov. Nathan Deal's work, Chief Justice Harold Melton, Georgia's last African American justice on the state high court, steps down on June 30.
By Randy Evans
5 minute read
October 10, 2017 | The Recorder
The Cumis Counsel-Insurer RelationshipThe existence of the attorney-client relationship is often a necessary predicate to any potential claim of error or malpractice.
By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens
6 minute read
October 04, 2017 | The Recorder
The Contours of Attorney-Client ContractsIn the United States, businesses and individuals are largely free to enter into contracts as long as they do not violate any laws or public policy.
By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens
6 minute read
September 27, 2017 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Beware: Partners and Associates May Be Responsible for Each Others' EthicsMost law firms operate within standard models for assignment and supervision of work. Partners and senior attorneys are assigned to delegate and supervise the work of junior associates. This is a model that typically works simply and well, without incident. However, not all attorneys focus on the fact that both the senior and junior attorneys may have obligations to observe, and to report, ethical obligations of the other.
By RANDY EVANS AND SHARI KLEVENS
5 minute read
September 26, 2017 | The Recorder
Legal Malpractice Claims Steady, Cyber Claims RiseFrom the law firm and attorney perspective, the news is generally good in that the number of malpractice claims has remained relatively steady. For insurers, however, the news is less rosy; legal defense costs, claimed damages, and settlement sums continue to climb.
By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens
6 minute read
September 19, 2017 | The Recorder
Five Common Issues in Law Firm MergersOver the past several years, law firm mergers have become the new normal in the legal industry. It seems that, at one point or another, nearly every midsize or large law firm has either merged with another firm, or was at least rumored to be in talks with other firms regarding a possible merger.
By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens
5 minute read
September 12, 2017 | The Recorder
Is It Time to Change Legal Malpractice Insurers?While every firm typically has unique considerations in deciding whether to change insurers, there are certain issues that may warrant exploring the options when renewal time is approaching.
By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens
5 minute read
September 12, 2017 | Connecticut Law Tribune
The Risks of Attorney MisstatementsCourts may consider sanctions against other members of a law firm or association, particularly if the court believes that the misconduct was a byproduct of the way that firm typically practices.
By Randy Evans and Shari Klevens, Dentons US
10 minute read
September 12, 2017 | Texas Lawyer
Misstatements in Court and Their AftermathEveryone makes mistakes, but when attorneys misstate facts in court the ramifications may be serious for themselves, their clients and their firms.
By Shari Klevens and Randy Evans
11 minute read