Key Elements of Legal Malpractice in Florida

In Florida, as is the case broadly, malpractice claims typically hinge on four critical components:

Duty

Establishing that the attorney owed a duty to the client.

Breach

Demonstrating that the attorney breached that duty through negligence, error, or lack of skill.

Causation

Showing that the attorney’s breach of duty caused harm to the client.

Damages

Proving that the client sustained damages as a result of this breach.

A successful malpractice claim must indicate that all four elements are present. Fulfilling this requirement often necessitates a rigorous review of both the attorney’s performance and the corresponding impacts on the client’s interests.

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