Butzel Long PC
Lawyers Professional Responsibility Practice
The dramatic increase in legal malpractice actions and attorney discipline proceedings has led Butzel Long to develop a highly regarded practice counseling and defending prominent law firms and individual attorneys in professional responsibility matters. Drawing upon an effective balance of academic and practical experience, the firm has developed specialized capabilities in handling such cases.
In addition to issues faced by law firms, Butzel Long assists clients from several other professions who face possible disciplinary action by various professional organizations. Our attorneys represent individuals at investigations, hearings or reviews regarding license suspensions, fines and other restrictions.
Butzel Long's Lawyers Professional Responsibility Practice is distinguished by several features. Our attorneys who direct this work bring a deep familiarity with the issues and matters which can lead to problem areas. This perspective, enhanced by years of complex litigation experience, is especially important in the counseling and preventive services we provide law firms and attorneys, as well as other professionals. We can give assistance in identifying patterns or structural deficiencies in methods of practice that may lead to professional responsibility suits, as well as strategies for correcting those areas of vulnerability.
In professional responsibility matters involving law firms, our attorneys who practice in this area bring a clear understanding of sophisticated business transactions, again developed from extensive professional experience. As such, they offer a valuable perspective and understanding of complex legal issues, allowing us a distinct advantage in defending the strategies that a law firm or attorney may have taken on a particular matter.
Our law firm and attorney practice includes representation in a wide variety of legal matters including such diverse areas as personal injury cases, complex commercial transactions, family law and estate planning and probate matters.
The firm's Lawyers Professional Responsibility Practice is directed by Leonard Niehoff, a shareholder in the firm and a seasoned litigator with extensive experience handling a diverse range of legal matters. In addition, David DuMouchel directs the firm's Corporate Compliance, Internal Investigations and Criminal Defense and Professional Disciplinary Practice.
Mr. Niehoff has several years of law school teaching experience and is the Chairperson of the Constitutional Law Committee of the State Bar. He has authored numerous publications concerning professional responsibility including the book Attorney-Client Privilege and Work-Product Doctrine in Michigan which was published by the Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE).
These individuals are supported by the full resources and capabilities of one of Michigan's leading law firms. This support includes access to a wide range of leading attorneys in highly complex and specialized areas of the law.
We appreciate the highly sensitive nature of professional responsibility matters, and make individual references available upon request. Finally, Butzel Long maintains a flexible approach to structuring fee arrangements in professional responsibility cases, customizing the financial component of our representation to the specific parameters of each particular situation.
Medical Malpractice Defense Practice
Although recent legislation has had an impact upon claims against hospitals and physicians, qualified health care providers still must face the dangers of medical malpractice actions. The effect of questionable and significant settlements and verdicts on the financial infrastructure of healthcare providers challenges their ability to provide medical care and treatment in the future.
Butzel Long has developed a Medical Malpractice Defense Group to meet the issues facing our hospital and healthcare clients. Our approach to this practice is somewhat unique. The Group combines the experience and the expertise of seasoned litigators who have an extensive background in personal injury defense and professional liability issues with the technical knowledge and expertise of attorneys who have concentrated on medical malpractice defense. This combination of talent and perspective allows the Group to effectively and efficiently represent the interests of our healthcare clients. A client is assured that an experienced trial attorney is handling all key aspects of the case.
Each matter begins with a thorough case evaluation to analyze the various aspects and issues involved. A preliminary strategy is developed in conjunction with the client, including an evaluation of the desirability and probability of early resolution to a matter when appropriate. Once the strategy is established, experienced litigators aggressively pursue the agreed upon course of action, defending and protecting the interests of our clients.
In addition to the strength and depth of our litigation practice, attorneys from the Medical Malpractice Group have the added advantage of being able to utilize the resources of other lawyers that are part of our Healthcare and Hospital Practice. The range and depth of experience related to the healthcare profession that they have developed allows us to make a comprehensive analysis of all related issues when developing strategy for a particular case. Our Medical Malpractice Group is strictly concentrated on defense of claims, and they have developed effective defense methodologies and techniques that allow them to operate in a cost-efficient manner while implementing proven strategies to specific claims.
Our attorneys defend a wide range of medical malpractice claims, both in the presuit period and once a complaint has been filed. By understanding and focusing on the needs and priorities of each individual client, we consistently look to dismiss or limit cases at the earliest prudent juncture. This approach includes looking for innovative legal arguments and constantly monitoring changes and developments in case law affecting medical malpractice issues.
Butzel Long PC
150 W Jefferson Ave #100
Detroit MI 48226-4450
Tel: 313 225-7000
Fax: 313 225-7080
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