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Frequently Asked Questions about Illinois Legal Malpractice
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Can I sue my lawyer after I settled my case?
Maybe. If you feel that the settlement amount was not appropriate, that is not usually enough to file for a legal malpractice claim. You lawyer must have mishandled the case. Your lawyer may be liable if, but for your lawyers mishandling of the case, you were forced to settle for less than should have been available. You might also be able to still bring a legal malpractice lawsuit after a settlement if you can show that some of your potential claims were lost as a result of negligence and those claims would have yielded a higher settlement or verdict.
How long do I have to sue my lawyer?
In Illinois, you usually have up to two years from when you discover that you have a claim for legal malpractice against your attorney, but generally no more than six years from the date that the malpractice occurred. The Illinois statute of limitations states that you must file within two years of the date that you know, or should have known, of the damage resulting from the attorney's malpractice. Different states have different statutes of limitations. There are other limitations that you should be aware of that may pertain to your specific case depending on the details of the claim. Again, it is important to speak to an attorney about the circumstances of your case.
How can I find a lawyer that is willing to sue another lawyer?
That's what we are for. While we don't guarantee that we can find an attorney for you, we know many Illinois attorneys that focus their efforts on legal malpractice lawsuits.
How do I prove that my attorney violated the standard of care?
When you hire a lawyer he will find another lawyer to testify as to what the standard of care is in that specific area of law. For example, if you were going to sue your divorce attorney your attorney would find another divorce attorney to testify.
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