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Why Purchasing Legal Malpractice Insurance Is Always a Good Business Decision

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As a risk manager for a nationwide legal malpractice insurer, I am sure it comes as no surprise that I believe the purchase of legal malpractice insurance is a good business decision. Why would anyone decide to go bare? Having a malpractice policy simply invites claims.

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I Want to Be a Contract Attorney. Do I Need To Purchase My Own Malpractice Insurance Policy?

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Given that the definition of insured under many malpractice policies includes contract attorneys, you will usually have coverage under the malpractice policy the firm has in place as long as the firm provides notice to their carrier, and any called for premium is paid. It all depends upon the specifics of the situation.