As part of your representation, you should properly retain client files or dispose of them through appropriate means. It is a good idea to establish firm-wide guidelines for file retention. As in other areas of firm practice, more experienced attorneys should set the example. Of course, the file retention policy should also be specifically provided […]
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Firm Partner Edward L. Perkins, Esq. and Martin Pezzner, Esq. will present an “IRS Audits A-to-Z” Webinar on Tuesday August 15, 2017. Attorneys Perkins and Pezzner are both also licensed CPAs, with Mr. Perkins holding an LLM in Taxation and Mr. Pezzner bringing with him the experience of a former IRS agent! This program is […]
On Friday July 28, 2017, firm partner Edward L. Perkins will moderate a panel discussion entitled “Local Perspectives from the Register of Wills and Clerks of Orphans’ Court” for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute at the historic Wanamaker Building in Philadelphia. Mr. Perkins will be joined on stage by officials from Philadelphia, Delaware, Montgomery, and Bucks […]
This month’s Legal Malpractice Avoidance Tip looks at the diligence required in actually choosing to represent a client… or not! In choosing whether or not to represent a client in a potential legal malpractice claim, one of the first questions to consider asking yourself is: Will You be Able to Competently and Diligently Pursue the […]
Regardless of what your jurisdiction’s ethical rules say about written fee agreements, it is always a good idea to have one with each and every client, for each and every engagement – no exceptions. In establishing the scope of your representation, a carefully thought out fee agreement is essential and may prove to be your […]
Firm Partner Edward L. Perkins will present a “Mid-Year Tax Update” Webinar on Tuesday June 27, 2017. This program is available for CPE credit in states under NASBA jurisdiction and also CLE in various states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, New Jersey, Texas, and New York. Mr. Perkins will provide an overview of recent federal […]
On Thursday June 8, 2017, firm partner Edward L. Perkins will present his popular “Wills of the Rich and Famous” program for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute at the historic Wanamaker Building in Philadelphia. His lecture will be attended by an audience of attorneys and other legal professionals; also simulcast to a number of satellite locations […]
A general release, while signed by a particular individual, also releases other parties from any liability stemming from the underlying matter, whether those parties are named or unnamed in the release. The effects of a release can be far-reaching and unintended and can affect the rights of the client if the release carelessly relinquishes the […]
In many car accident cases, the jury must determine which driver is at fault, as it may not be entirely clear from the evidence presented. Usually if a driver is negligent, or did not use reasonable care or caution while driving, he or she will be at fault. However, there are times when the courts […]