Are Legal Malpractice Actions Assignable? The Majority of Jurisdictions Still Say No

Are legal malpractice claims assignable? This question has been debated for years. A 2005 Connecticut Supreme Court decision ruled that such claims are generally not assignable due to concerns over commercialization and the lawyer-client relationship. However, new challenges, such as claim proceeds assignment, are evolving the landscape. Explore the complexities and how courts are navigating these changes.