Legal Malpractice Lawyer

When your attorney fails to meet the professional standards required under California law and you are harmed as a result you may have a legal malpractice claim. At Abronson Law Offices, we represent clients across San Jose, Santa Clara County, and California who have suffered because of attorney negligence.

Legal malpractice cases are complex. They involve both the conduct of the lawyer and the outcome of the original case. If you believe your case was lost, dismissed, or under-settled due to your lawyer’s mistakes, we can help.

Legal Malpractice Cases Matter

When people hire an attorney, they expect integrity, competence, and strategic judgment. Attorney mistakes carry serious consequences. Missed deadlines, inadequate investigation, or negligent document preparation can derail a case entirely.

According to the American Bar Association (ABA), the most common causes of legal malpractice include:
   · Failure to know or apply the law
   · Inadequate investigation or discovery
   · Missed statute of limitations
   · Failure to obtain client consent
   · Conflicts of interest
   · Procrastination and lack of follow-through

Other factors can include:
   · Improper handling of discovery or evidence
   · Inadequate legal advice or failure to warn clients of risks
   · Breach of fiduciary duty or client confidentiality
   · Mishandling of settlement funds or retainers
   · Improper withdrawal from representation
   · Negligent drafting of contracts, wills, or other legal documents
   · Procedural errors

When these errors result in the loss of a legal right, financial damages, or harm to your reputation, you may have the right to pursue compensation.

Legal malpractice lawsuits hold negligent attorneys accountable and help restore justice for clients who were left with less than they deserved.

Why Choose Abronson Law Offices?

Legal malpractice is often described as a “case within a case.” To succeed, you must prove not only that your former attorney acted negligently, but that you would have obtained a better result in your original case had they done their job properly.

We are not intimidated by our professional colleagues. If another lawyer’s actions caused you financial loss we are prepared to hold them accountable.

What sets us apart:
   · Proven results in legal malpractice cases
   · Experience handling complex legal malpractice cases
   · Access to legal experts to support standard-of-care evaluations
   · Transparent communication, every step of the way

We have recovered compensation for clients harmed by:
   · Loss of a winnable civil case due to attorney negligence
   · Dismissed claims due to missed deadlines
   · Poor settlements due to mishandled claims
   · Disputes caused by drafting errors
   · Fraud or unethical conduct

What Compensation Can I Recover?

The purpose of a legal malpractice claim is to recover what you would have received had the attorney not made a mistake. This may include:
   · Value of lost settlements or judgments
   · Lost property, benefits, or financial opportunities
   · Attorney’s fees paid to the negligent lawyer
   · Interest and penalties stemming from the error

Common Questions About Legal Malpractice Cases

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You do not have to do this alone. Our team is here to help you understand your rights, evaluate your case, and move forward with confidence. We offer fully remote services and free consultations by phone or video. If you’re recovering at home or in the hospital, we’ll meet you where you are.