Why Choose WMW for Legal Help?

Experienced Legal Malpractice Lawyers in Tampa, Florida

Our firm has a long history of successfully handling legal malpractice cases throughout Florida. We understand the devastating impact that an attorney’s negligence can have on your life. With our extensive experience and dedication, we are committed to helping you navigate the complexities of a legal malpractice claim and obtaining the compensation you deserve.

Zero Risk and No Payment Unless We Win

At Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore, we work on a contingency fee basis, meaning if we don’t secure compensation for you, you owe us nothing. We take on the financial risk so that you can focus on recovering from the harm caused by legal malpractice. You’ll also have at least two attorneys working on your case at no extra cost to you. Our goal is to provide you with the best possible representation without adding to your financial burden.

Committed to Recovering Every Penny You Deserve

Too often, victims of legal malpractice are left with significant financial and emotional damage. At Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore, we fight tirelessly to ensure that you receive full compensation for your losses. We don’t just settle cases; we pursue the maximum compensation you are entitled to, and we won’t rest until we achieve the best possible outcome for you.

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WE LIKE BIG NUMBERS AS MUCH AS THE NEXT PERSON.

We’ve produced many legal landmarks over the years and have earned numerous and quite substantial verdicts and awards for our clients. They may look flashy and impressive, but they don’t tell you the entire story. In fact, in many cases, that approach can be downright misleading in presenting a lawyer’s abilities and qualifications.

Let’s face it, most clients don’t know the difference between a $1M case and a $2M one; they depend on their lawyer for that. Unfortunately, too many lawyers sell their clients short by putting their own self-interests ahead of their clients’ interests in settling cases at a lower dollar amount than they should.

Here at Wagner McLaughlin, we don’t just settle cases – and certainly not for more cheaply than they should be settled.

LEGAL MALPRACTICE FAQS

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What is Legal Malpractice?

Legal malpractice occurs when an attorney fails to provide the standard of care expected in the legal profession, resulting in harm to their client. This can include negligence, breach of fiduciary duty, or misconduct that directly causes financial loss or damages to the client.

How Do I Know If I Have a Legal Malpractice Case?

To determine if you have a valid legal malpractice case, your lawyer will need to assess whether the attorney’s actions or inactions fell below the standard of care and whether those actions directly caused you harm. This often requires a detailed review of your case and the attorney’s handling of it.

How Much Does a Legal Malpractice Lawyer Cost?

At Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore, we handle legal malpractice cases on a contingency fee basis. This means you won’t pay any legal fees unless we successfully recover compensation for you. Our fee is a percentage of the recovery amount, ensuring that our interests are aligned with yours.

What Evidence is Needed to Prove Legal Malpractice?

To prove legal malpractice, you’ll need to demonstrate that the attorney breached their duty of care, that this breach caused you harm, and that the harm resulted in measurable damages. Common evidence includes legal documents, communications with the attorney, expert testimony, and records of the attorney’s actions.

Hear From Our Clients

Mr. Wagner took our case when numerous other lawyers would not. Though he knew that his return on investment would be low, he was willing to accept the case on principle. My wife and I didn’t even have time to stop celebrating the fact that someone was willing to take the case before he actually had it settled. All along we were concerned about how much of our money we would ever be able to get back and he got every dime returned to us, with the payment plan in place in a matter of days from accepting the case. I can’t say enough about his professionalism, demeanor, and knowledge.

CHRIS

They Fought the Big Guys and Won. After years of litigation against one of the largest corporations in the world, Alan and his team will be delivering a huge check from the defendants. Thank You. It pays to have a Board Certified Trial Lawyer.

W.F. CASEY

From the moment I first spoke with Alan I felt like someone had my back. That alone made me feel so much better immediately. From there he stuck by me, answered my questions, gave me excellent advice and got my case resolved. He is amazing! He is the first one I will turn to if I have any legal issues and the first one I will recommend.

DAVE

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Types of Legal Malpractice in Florida

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Our firm handles a wide range of legal malpractice cases, including but not limited to:

 

  • Failure to meet court deadlines
  • Conflict of interest
  • Breach of fiduciary duty
  • Misuse of client funds
  • Failure to properly investigate or prepare a case
  • Negligent advice or strategy
  • Errors in legal documents or contracts
  • Ethical violations or professional misconduct

 

If you have suffered harm due to any of these or other forms of legal malpractice, our experienced team is here to help you hold the responsible attorney accountable.

Find Us On The Waterfront

If you’ve been harmed by an attorney’s negligence or misconduct, you deserve legal representation to help you recover what you’ve lost. The experienced legal malpractice attorneys at Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore are here to fight for your rights. We’re ready to take your case and pursue the justice you deserve. Contact us today to learn how we can help.

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WAGNER, McLAUGHLIN & WHITTEMORE

601 Bayshore Blvd. Suite 910
Tampa, Florida 33606

Phone: 813-225-4000

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ABOUT WAGNER, McLAUGHLIN & WHITTEMORE

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TEAM APPROACH BACKED BY A RECORD OF SUCCESS

Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore is an established, leading plaintiff civil litigation firm empowering victims of negligence, drawing on our team’s diverse talent and extensive legal knowledge to give them a voice and achieve top-value resolutions. We seek justice for the injured with commanding authority by leveraging our 50+ years of proven experience and utilizing all the necessary resources for each case we take on.

As one of Tampa’s oldest and most respected plaintiff trial firms, we approach each case as a team — no matter how big or small. At least two attorneys will work on your case from the outset and all along the way, relying on their knowledge of civil litigation in Florida and record of success to build a winning claim on your behalf.

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