Professional Liability

Experienced Defense for

Today’s Professionals

Barton Gilman defends manufacturers, distributors, and retailers in product liability cases nationwide, handling claims across industrial, medical, chemical, consumer, and food-related products.

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Multi-Industry Defense

Representation across healthcare, finance, real estate, and legal professions.

Early Risk Assessment

Proactive case analysis to manage exposure.

Regulatory Experience

Defense before licensing boards & oversight agencies.

Trial-Tested Advocacy

Proven courtroom success in high-stakes matters.

Why choose Barton Gilman for professional liability defense?

Defending accountants, attorneys, healthcare providers, and brokers in complex claims.

Securing dismissals and summary judgments in high-exposure cases.

Advising professionals facing investigations by licensing authorities.

Providing risk management guidance to prevent future disputes.

Representing clients in trials, appeals, and alternative dispute resolution.

Our professional liability team delivers results across key practice areas

Accountant & Financial Professional Defense

Obtained early dismissals and summary judgment in claims involving audits, tax services, fraud investigations, fiduciary duties, and shareholder disputes.

Medical Professional Liability

Achieved defense verdicts for physicians and healthcare providers in catastrophic injury cases and regulatory investigations.

Real Estate & Broker Liability

Secured jury verdicts, summary judgments, and favorable settlements for brokers, appraisers, and condominium associations in negligence and contract disputes.

Directors & Officers Liability

Represented corporate and association leaders in breach of fiduciary duty and bylaw enforcement claims.

Attorney Liability

Defended legal professionals against malpractice, fiduciary breach, and ethics-related allegations.

How we work

Simplifying Your Journey

Matter Assessment

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We begin by understanding the professional services at issue, the allegations presented, and the regulatory or litigation landscape.

Review contracts, records, and communications relevant to the claim

Identify liability exposure, coverage considerations, and defenses

Assess regulatory, disciplinary, or litigation posture

Strategic Planning

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Professional liability matters require tailored strategies reflecting both legal and industry-specific considerations.

Develop defense themes aligned with professional standards and practices

Coordinate with insurers, experts, and stakeholders

Evaluate negotiation, administrative, and litigation pathways

Execution & Advocacy

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We advance our clients’ defense through disciplined preparation and effective representation across forums.

Conduct discovery, expert engagement, and witness preparation

Represent clients in court, arbitration, and administrative proceedings

Address licensing, disciplinary, and parallel regulatory matters

Resolution & Risk Management

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We focus on achieving favorable outcomes while helping professionals strengthen future risk management practices.

Negotiate settlements or defend claims through trial and appeal

Advise on compliance, governance, and operational safeguards

Provide ongoing counsel to mitigate future professional liability exposure

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