A solicitor had advised one party to a joint venture transaction. His advice was incorrect. He witnessed the signature of another partner who was not separately represented. Although the solicitor’s advice was negligent, and he should have regarded himself as the solicitor for that party as regards parts of the agreement impacting upon him personally, the party would have proceeded anyway, and could show no loss personal to him.
Citations:
Gazette 06-Jul-2000
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Professional Negligence, Legal Professions
Updated: 08 April 2022; Ref: scu.80361