Legal Malpractice Attorney in Milwaukee
If you believe your former lawyer's mistakes cost you money, rights, or a fair outcome, you may have options. Levine Law helps clients pursue legal malpractice claims in Milwaukee and across Wisconsin.
Holding Attorneys Accountable for Negligence and Misconduct
Most people assume a bad outcome means they're out of luck. But when an attorney fails to meet basic professional standards-and that failure causes real harm-you may be able to pursue a legal malpractice lawsuit. Our civil litigation team evaluates legal negligence claims with care, discretion, and a trial-ready approach.
What Is Legal Malpractice in Wisconsin?
Legal malpractice generally involves:
- A lawyer-client relationship (a duty)
- A breach of that duty (negligence or misconduct)
- Harm caused by the breach (damages)
- A direct connection between the error and the loss you suffered
In many cases, you must show that the underlying case had merit and would likely have turned out differently without the attorney's error. This is sometimes called the "case within a case."
Situations That May Support a Lawyer Malpractice Lawsuit
Not every disagreement is malpractice, but these issues can raise serious concerns:
- Missed filing deadlines or statute of limitations errors
- Failure to appear in court or respond to critical motions
- Settling a case without consent or failing to communicate settlement terms
- Conflicts of interest that compromise representation
- Serious legal or procedural mistakes that harm the case
- Misuse or mishandling of client funds
- Bad advice that causes avoidable financial or legal consequences
If you're searching "sue my lawyer Wisconsin," the first step is a careful review of documents, timeline, and what was done (or not done) in your case.
How We Evaluate a Legal Negligence Claim
We typically start by reviewing:
- Your fee agreement and communications with prior counsel
- Court filings, orders, and deadlines
- Settlement offers and decision points
- The underlying facts and what evidence existed
- How the error impacted the result and what losses you suffered
We'll tell you straight whether the issue looks like a valid legal malpractice claim-and what the process may involve.
Potential Damages in Legal Malpractice Cases
Depending on the situation, damages may include:
- Money you lost because of the attorney's error
- Costs tied to fixing the problem (when possible)
- Other measurable financial harm tied to the negligent representation
Legal Malpractice Questions Answered
Can I sue my lawyer for mishandling my case in Wisconsin?
Possibly. If your attorney's negligence or misconduct caused you measurable harm, a legal malpractice claim may apply. The details and timeline matter.
What counts as attorney malpractice in WI?
Examples can include missed deadlines, major procedural errors, conflicts of interest, or serious communication/consent failures that cause harm. Not every unfavorable result is malpractice.
What should I bring to a consultation?
Any fee agreement, key emails/letters, pleadings or court documents you have, and a timeline of what happened. We can help identify what's missing.
Talk to a Milwaukee Legal Malpractice Lawyer
If you suspect your former attorney's mistakes cost you your case-or cost you financially-Levine Law can review your situation and explain your options.