Lawyer Malpractice Flashcards

1
Q

Do beneficiaries have a COA against the lawyer for negligence?

A

No, no privity of contract between beneficiaries and the lawyer. Only duty to client.

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Is there recourse if your tax advisor says ‘get life insurance to reduce tax burden’ but it ends up increasing tax burden?

A

Yes there is, as between executor and estate planning lawyer.

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