How to Handle Bad Faith & Wrongful Refusal to Settle

After a hard-fought case, the finish line of settlement is finally in sight. Suddenly, opposing counsel refuses to move forward with the agreement. What's next?

This program offers strategies on how to protect your client's interests during the settlement process. We discuss best practices during the negotiation phase, including the need to memorialize each step. We also discuss what to do if opposing counsel engages in bad faith during the settlement process, including when to file a motion to enforce a settlement agreement. Finally, the program offers strategies on how to manage your client relationship during this phase of representation.