Jennings v. Shuler

¶38. I respectfully dissent from the majority’s opinion. Because I believe that a disputed issue of material fact exists as to the purpose, scope, and hence duties and negligent breach of the agreed-upon legal representation in this case, I would find that the circuit court erred in granting summary judgment.10 I would therefore reverse and remand the case to the Panola County Circuit Court for further proceedings.

FACTS

¶ 39. This case arises from a legal-malpractice claim filed by Grace West Jennings against her attorney, Thomas S. Shuler, individually, and McClure & Shu-ler, a partnership…