TLI Gives Back 25 Years in a Row
January 3, 2022
Texas Lawyers’ Insurance Exchange is the only insurance company in Texas that is owned by the lawyers and judges that it insures. And as…
Resources
Our Resource Center includes our TLI Top Tips, articles, and links to other third party resources to assist our members with their loss prevention and best practices efforts.
News, Articles, & Top Tips
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Jett Hanna Retires from TLI
December 27, 2021
After more than 34 years of distinguished service to the legal profession, Senior Vice President Jett Hanna announced that he will retire from Texas…
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Mistakes Happen: Don’t Make It Worse
December 8, 2021
Even the most diligent attorneys can make mistakes. Mishandling of mistakes, however, is entirely preventable. And failure to properly handle mistakes may make things…
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Confidentiality Obligations to Prospective Clients under Texas Ethics Opinion 691
November 10, 2021
What are your confidentiality obligations to prospective clients? The Professional Ethics Committee for the State Bar of Texas (“Ethics Committee”) has weighed in with…
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Part Two: Steps to Avoid Malpractice Claims for Plaintiffs’ Lawyers
October 5, 2021
This Article is our follow-up to our Part I on Steps to Avoid Malpractice Claims for Plaintiffs’ Lawyers. In this Article, we expand on…
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TLI wins Texas Lawyer “Best of” Poll 2021
September 1, 2021
For the eleventh straight year, TLI has won the Texas Lawyer Best of readers’ poll! TLI won 1st place for Professional Liability Insurance Provider and for…
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Part One: Steps to Avoid Malpractice Claims for Plaintiffs’ Lawyers
August 24, 2021
While none of us are infallible, malpractice claims can be avoided in most situations. Here are some of the most common ways that plaintiffs’…
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Practical Tips for Texas Lawyers on Staying Ethical on Social Media
August 3, 2021
Attorneys have increasingly embraced social media sites like LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Avvo for professional purposes. According to the American Bar Association’s 2020 Legal Technology…
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Changes to Texas Lawyers Advertising and Solicitation Rules: The Highlights
June 21, 2021
The comprehensive proposal amending Part VII of the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct was recently approved by the Texas Supreme Court, and will…
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In Memoriam: James E. Brill
June 5, 2021
Long-time member of TLI’s Board of Directors, James E. “Jimmy” Brill died on Thursday, May 27, 2021, just two days shy of his 88th birthday. Jimmy’s Texas roots…
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I’m Not A Cat: Etiquette, Privacy and Security Considerations When Using Video Meeting Platforms
June 5, 2021
As working remotely has become the new normal, it’s no surprise that video conferencing platforms like Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, and Cisco Webex…
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Virtual Practice under ABA Opinion 498: Implications for Texas Lawyers Working Remotely
April 1, 2021
The ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility recently issued Formal Opinion 498 (Opinion), entitled Virtual Practice, to provide guidance and best practices for lawyers…
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The Role of Vendors in Avoiding Cyber Attacks and Information Disclosure
January 30, 2021
The recent massive cyberattack on federal agencies can be traced back to an Austin IT management company, SolarWinds, which is literally down the road from…
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TLI Gives Back Record $7 Million to Insureds
December 18, 2020
Texas Lawyers’ Insurance Exchange has now been serving Texas lawyers for over 41 years offering exceptional malpractice insurance and unrivaled customer service. TLI is…
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TLI wins Texas Lawyer “Best of” Poll Tenth Year in a Row
October 6, 2020
For the tenth straight year, TLI has won the Texas Lawyer Best of readers’ poll! TLI won 1st place for Professional Liability Insurance Provider and for…
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Avoid a Malpractice Claim: How to Work with Clients Who May Not Be Competent
October 1, 2020
One of the most common questions we receive from insureds at TLI is about how to deal with a client who may not be competent.…
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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR
September 4, 2020
One of the most common questions we receive from insureds at TLI is about how to deal with a client who may not be competent.…
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Tips to Avoid Malpractice during the Coronavirus Pandemic
March 31, 2020
Working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic presents unique challenges for lawyers who must navigate ethical and malpractice considerations as well as changes to the…
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Become a Technologically Competent Lawyer
March 6, 2020
Here are a few suggestions that can help lawyers with computer security, excerpted from a TLI CLE course free for insureds entitled Making Lawyers…
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Amended Comment 8 to Rule 1.01 Brings Lawyer Technological Competence to the Forefront
March 5, 2020
The Texas Supreme Court, in an order in Misc. Docket No. 19-9016, February 26, 2019, adopted an amendment to Comment 8 to Texas Disciplinary…
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TLI Gives Back $4.5 Million to Insureds
January 7, 2020
TLI celebrated its first 40 years in business this year and is still going strong as the only insurance company in Texas owned by…
Books & Helpful Links
The following books and links reflect resources that we believe offer important content on Texas legal malpractice and ethics issues. We are always looking for new resources. If you have suggestions for additional sites or know that one of our sources is outdated, please contact us.
Texas Lawyers’ Assistance Program
A confidential resource that helps attorneys, judges, and law students find solutions for dealing with substance use and mental health issues and provides resources for incorporating a healthier lifestyle.
State Bar Ethics Resources
The Bar has ethics resources. The ethics hotline can provide answers to certain ethical questions. Call (800)532-3947 for more information.
University of Houston Texas Ethics Reporter
This site includes Texas Disciplinary Rules of Conduct and Procedure, as well as Ethics Opinions, and includes prior versions of the rules.
The Texas Center for Legal Ethics and Professionalism
TCLEP is a non-profit center funded in large part by the Texas Bar Foundation. Resources on this site include the Texas Disciplinary Rules, Ethics Opinions, A Guide to the Basics of Law Practice, the Ethics Course, and other Texas specific materials.
Law Practice Management Program of the State Bar of Texas
The Law Practice Management Program of the State Bar of Texas offers a number of helpful guides that can help lawyers keep organized and practice efficiently.
ABA Standing Committee on Lawyers’ Professional Liability
The Standing Committee offers a number of important resources for attorneys interested in lawyers professional liability and insurance. A number of materials can be purchased online, including The Lawyer’s Desk Guide to Legal Malpractice.
ABA Center for Professional Responsibility
The Center for Professional Responsibility coordinates most of the ABA’s activities regarding legal ethics. There are usually a couple of commissions or subcommittee working on hot topics, and they will have links on this page. ABA ethics opinions may be available on the site.
ABA Law Practice Management Division
The ABA’s Law Practice Management has many great resources to help with running a law practice.
The ABA Legal Technology and Resource Center
LTEC focuses on law firm hardware and software.
Legalethics.com
This website focuses on ethical aspects of the use of technology by lawyers.
Legal Ethics Forum
This is a blog by law professors who specialize in legal ethics, and provides a good source for current news on ethics.
William Freivogel’s Conflicts Website
This website collects cases on conflicts issues in an easy to use format.
NABRICO Sites
TLIE is a member of the National Association of Bar Related Insurance Companies. The websites for the companies often provide valuable loss prevention advice and forms. If you are an attorney from a state other than Texas, you may want to check with these companies for professional liability and other types of insurance.
Texas Access to Justice Foundation
Lawyers who handle money for their clients must participate in the Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Accounts (IOLTA) Program, by depositing these funds into an IOLTA bank account at an eligible institution. This website tells you how.
Explore Our Continuing Education Resources
Our commitment to helping you succeed includes an investment in your professional development to help safeguard your practice with additional education on how to avoid complaints and claims.