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Misconduct by Lawyers and Legal Malpractice in Illinois
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In some instances a lawyer behaves in an unethical or inappropriate manner, but they do not commit legal malpractice. While there may not be grounds for a lawsuit against the attorney, this does not mean the attorney should get away with their poor behavior.
A legal malpractice lawsuit is a civil complaint for monetary or other damages. It will not by itself affect the ability of an attorney to practice law. To deal with concerns regarding the behavior or performance of an attorney you should call the Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission (ARDC).
The ARDC is the regulating body for lawyers in Illinois. It is an agency of the Illinois Supreme Court that is responsible for maintaining current records of registration and discipline information for lawyers licensed to practice in Illinois, investigating allegations of misconduct by lawyers, and prosecuting the cases where a lawyer's misconduct suggests a threat to the public or to the integrity of the legal profession.
If you are not sure how to proceed with an ARDC complaint you should contact them and ask to speak with one of their case managers. There is no charge for their service.
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