Schneider v. Richardson

GODFREY, Justice.

In February, 1970, Audrey Schneider began an action for divorce against her husband on the ground of cruel and abusive treatment. In that action she was represented by William Troubh, defendant-appel-lee in the present case. On Mrs. Schneider’s behalf, Mr. Troubh negotiated a settlement agreement, which was incorporated in the final judgment of divorce on March 2, 1972. As a result of the settlement agreement, the divorce was uncontested. Six years later, Mrs. Schneider began a malpractice action against the defendants, alleging that they failed to apprise themselves fully as…