Professional Civility: Avoiding Costs, Arguments, and Malpractice Claims (2024)
This program will explore the importance of civility in fostering effective relationships with clients, colleagues, and the courts. Leading lawyers and industry experts will discuss how maintaining civility in the workplace and in dealings with opposing counsel, whether in disputes or transactions, can promote efficient and effective resolution of matters, and LAWPRO Claims Counsel will offer insights into how lapses in civility can lead to malpractice claims.
Speakers:
Kathryn Shani, Claims Counsel, LAWPRO
Deborah Glatter, Legal Management Consultant
Sandra Forbes, Partner, Davis Ward Phillips Vineberg LLP
Edona Vila, Partner, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
Download the program materials
Deborah Glatter Slide Deck – Professional Civility
The program is eligible for 1.5 hours of professionalism, and for LAWPRO’s $50 Risk Management Credit.
