Legal malpractice suits against lawyers are an increasingly common in today's legal landscape and may have serious repercussions. The potential of severe financial consequences and reputational damage make these cases extremely significant to law firms.
Wuestling & James, L.C. is recognized as one of the leading firms in Missouri for legal malpractice defense. Led by Rick Wuestling, a member of Best Lawyers in America in legal malpractice defense, the professional liability group takes an aggressive, active approach to the defense of legal malpractice claims. Mr. Wuestling has earned a reputation of excellence for swiftly bringing legal malpractice cases to a close by verdict, motion or settlement. Our success rate in legal malpractice cases on appeal is enviable. With our record of success and the resources to handle all facets of these significant and high-risk cases, Wuestling & James is positioned to handle the most serious and complex legal malpractice claims any lawyer might face. Wuestling & James Legal Malpractice Defense team is experienced in handling all types of professional liability claims against attorneys, earning us the trust of some of the nation’s top insurance carriers.
Wuestling & James, L.C. has litigated in virtually every area of legal malpractice. Since attorneys are often sued for malicious prosecution, abuse of process, wrongful garnishment, violations of the Fair Debt Collections Practice Act, and breach of fiduciary duty, we have developed a great deal of experience, and success defending professional liability suits of all types filed against attorneys.