Law Practice,
Ethics/Professional Responsibility
Oct. 5, 2018
Closing old files will help your law firm reduce risk
It does not always occur to attorneys to formally close the matter internally and to send a file closing letter to a client.
When a matter winds up, attorneys may spend significant time boxing up old files, complying with the terms of a protective order, and reflecting on the matter. However, it does not always occur to attorneys to formally close the matter internally and to send a file closing letter to a client. As a bookend to the engagement letter, a file closing letter can help attorneys reduce overall risk and keep a client informed. Here are some considerations to keep in mind.
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