TBA Law Blog


Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Dec 20, 2023

The Tennessee Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection met yesterday to consider claims from clients alleging financial loss due to the illegal actions of their lawyers. The fund approved two claims against Shelby County attorney Brian Chadwick Rickman: one in the amount of $12,995.96 and one in the amount of $3,500. It also directed Rickman to reimburse the fund for the expense. The Fund for Client Protection was established by the Tennessee Supreme Court to reimburse individuals for losses caused by dishonest conduct by attorneys. The fund is operated by a board, which meets quarterly to consider claims. In September 2022, the Tennessee Supreme Court amended Rule 25 to require the fund to notify the Tennessee Bar Association of claims paid. News releases also are posted online.