THE ADVISOR'S MINEFIELD

<p>No further questions Mr Lord. Testifying in court is every advisor's worst nightmare yet liability claims are brought against even the best professional firms. The fallout is always costly: every lawsuit harms the firm's reputation client relationships and bottom line. For the 'accused' advisors even a baseless claim threatens their professional success. However few of the lessons are shared with practitioners.</p><p></p><p>Through original stories drawn from his 20 years as a defence lawyer for top-tier professional firms Shaun Tracey offers a rare insider's perspective on why advisors are sued the staggering costs and how to mitigate these risks. How did a billion-dollar claim arise from a single mistaken word? What are the three main reasons clients sue their advisors? And how can you safeguard your practice against scapegoat claims?</p><p></p><p>Whether you are a lawyer accountant or other professional advisor <em>The Advisor's Minefield</em> is the indispensable guide to protecting your practice.</p><p></p><p>SHAUN TRACEY practises law at Campbells LLP and acts as defence counsel to leading professional firms in high-value liability lawsuits. As an author and speaker he provides expert training to help firms avoid litigation. Shaun is also a Candidate Master in Chess and the founder of a national Chess in Education programme that teaches STEM subjects through Chess. Accordingly 10% of net book sale proceeds will be donated to Chess in Education charities.</p>