Lawyers Professional Liability
Lawyers Professional Liability Insurance
Lawyers professional liability insurance — legal malpractice coverage — protects
attorneys and firms when a client claims that an error, omission, or missed deadline in your legal work caused them harm. Even a meritless claim can cost significantly to defend and threaten your reputation. This coverage responds to the professional risks that general liability leaves out, covering both defense costs and damages. Covella places malpractice coverage for solo attorneys and firms across the tri-state.
Professional Legal Liability Coverage
What it covers
claims of negligence, error, or omission in legal services · missed deadlines and filing errors · legal defense costs · damages up to your policy limit.
Who needs it
solo practitioners, partnerships, and firms of any size — and it’s required to practice in many contexts.
Cost factors
practice areas, firm size, revenue, limits, and claims history.
Frequently asked questions
We’ve answered the most common questions to make choosing and managing your insurance easier and stress-free.
Is legal malpractice insurance required in Ohio?
Rules vary; even where it isn’t strictly mandated, most attorneys carry it and many clients and courts expect it. We’ll help you confirm requirements for your practice.
Does it cover prior work?
Coverage typically applies on a claims-made basis, and a retroactive date determines how far back it reaches — an important detail we’ll walk you through.
Ready to talk? Send your resume to info@covellains.com or call (513) 489-6422.