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Professional Liability Defense
Professional Liability Defense
Strong Advocacy When It Matters Most
In today’s highly litigious environment, professionals across industries face increasing risks of malpractice claims, negligence allegations, and disciplinary actions. A single lawsuit can jeopardize careers, reputations, and financial stability, even when the claims are unfounded.
At Danna McKitrick, we understand that a malpractice claim is more than just a legal dispute — it’s a direct challenge to a professional’s integrity and livelihood. Our professional liability defense attorneys provide strategic, discreet, and aggressive representation for lawyers, accountants, architects, engineers, real estate professionals, insurance agents, and other licensed professionals. Whether through negotiation, arbitration, or trial defense, we work tirelessly to protect your reputation and professional standing.
Defending Against Malpractice and Negligence Claims
Professionals are held to high standards, and clients often seek to place blame when expectations are not met. Even when professionals act within industry best practices, disputes can arise over errors, omissions, or financial losses. Our team has extensive experience defending professionals in a wide range of malpractice and liability cases, including:
- Legal malpractice defense, including claims of mishandling cases, procedural errors, and fiduciary breaches
- Accounting malpractice claims, such as allegations of negligence in financial reporting or tax preparation
- Architect and engineer liability, involving design defects, construction delays, and contract disputes
- Real estate agent and broker defense, including claims of misrepresentation and breach of fiduciary duty
- Insurance agent and broker malpractice, protecting professionals against claims of policy mismanagement or errors in coverage recommendations
When your reputation and career are on the line, having an experienced legal team is critical.
Early Intervention, Risk Mitigation, and Alternative Dispute Resolution
Not all professional liability claims need to go to trial. Early intervention and strategic dispute resolution can prevent unnecessary litigation and protect professionals from public scrutiny. Our attorneys:
- Assess liability exposure and develop strategies to resolve disputes efficiently
- Engage in mediation and arbitration to secure favorable outcomes without court battles
- Negotiate settlements when appropriate to minimize financial and reputational damage
By addressing claims proactively and strategically, we help professionals avoid costly and drawn-out litigation whenever possible.
Defending Legal and Financial Professionals
Our firm has been trusted by leading professional liability insurers for many years to defend lawyers and financial professionals against malpractice claims. We have successfully represented attorneys facing allegations of mishandling complex cases, including patent litigation, estate planning, and business transactions.
For accountants, we defend against claims of financial mismanagement, audit negligence, and errors in tax filings, ensuring that baseless claims do not derail careers. Additionally, we provide guidance when accountants are subpoenaed as witnesses or required to produce financial records in third-party litigation.
Protecting Design and Construction Professionals
Architects and engineers operate in high-stakes environments where design flaws, cost overruns, and project delays can lead to disputes. When clients or contractors allege errors or omissions, we step in to:
- Resolve contract disputes over scope, responsibility, and performance issues
- Defend against claims of professional negligence in project planning or execution
- Negotiate solutions to prevent construction project delays and litigation
By working proactively with design professionals, we reduce risk exposure and defend their expertise in court when necessary.
Comprehensive Defense for Professionals
A malpractice claim can be professionally and personally devastating. At Danna McKitrick, we work closely with our clients to develop a legal strategy that prioritizes their career, reputation, and long-term success. Whether resolving disputes through alternative dispute resolution or defending professionals in trial, our team is committed to minimizing risk and achieving the best possible outcome.
Areas of Practice
Trusted
Expertise
Expertise
Danna McKitrick was founded on three core principles: practical guidance, complete service, and approachable counsel.
Today, those values have helped us grow into one of the most respected mid-sized firms in St. Louis, known for delivering strategic legal solutions with the depth of a large firm and the personal commitment of a trusted advisor.
Practical
We provide clear, realistic legal strategies designed for real-world success, combining insight with decisive action.
Complete
Our collaborative team approach ensures every challenge is met with the full strength of our diverse legal expertise.
Approachable
We build strong client relationships, serving as trusted advisors who are as invested in your success as you are.
Danna McKitrick is a mid-sized law firm delivering sophisticated, results-driven legal counsel across a wide range of practice areas. We provide strategic guidance to businesses and individuals, combining deep expertise with responsive service to achieve superior outcomes.
Contact
- Danna McKitrick, P.C.
- 314.726.1000
- info@dmfirm.com
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7701 Forsyth Blvd., Ste. 1200
St. Louis, MO 63105
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