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Seeking Shelter In The Minefield Of Unintended Consequences - The Traps Of Limited Liability Law Firms, Susan Saab Fortney
Seeking Shelter In The Minefield Of Unintended Consequences - The Traps Of Limited Liability Law Firms, Susan Saab Fortney
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This article addresses the overlooked negative consequences of law firms transitioning from a traditional partnership to a limited liability partnership or company. Part I of this article introduces the topic by providing a brief history of the development of LLCs and LLPs and noting the lack of attention given to the detrimental consequences of such firm structures. Part II reviews the forces behind the limited liability movement and the emergence of limited liability law firms. Part III surveys the statutory approaches to limiting vicarious liability in LLCs and LLPs. Part IV then examines possible internal consequences of attorneys’ practicing as …