Notice to the Profession
October 14, 2020

From the Lawyers Indemnity Fund

Attention civil litigation lawyers: Missed limitations and deadlines are on the rise

You know that sick feeling in the pit of your stomach the moment you realize you’ve made a mistake? One in every four reports to the Lawyers Indemnity Fund is triggered by a missed limitation or deadline. Year after year, lawyers from every area of practice – big firms and small firms, senior lawyers and new calls – fall into the same traps.

Watch this video of LIF Claims Counsel, Greg Sexton, on how to prevent missed limitations and deadlines by adopting some simple practices and procedures for you and your staff to follow.

You can learn even more risk management tips on our website here.