April 1, 2011

Attorney-client relationships.

Practice point: When, by letter, the attorneys unequivocally inform the client that they will not proceed with client's case, the relationship is severed.

Students should note that, at this point, the continuous representation doctrine no longer applies, and the toll of the statute of limitations for a malpractice claim is lifted.

The case is Riley v. Segan, Nemerov & Singer, P.C., NY Slip Op 02048 (1st Dept. 2011).

Here is the decision.

Monday's issue is Labor Law.