Mark Bassingthwaighte - Risk Management

Send us Fan MailMark Bassingthwaighte is an attorney and the national risk manager at ALPS Insurance, where he helps lawyers prevent malpractice claims and manage professional risk. He’s spent nearly three decades working with law firms across the country, consulting, writing, and speaking on ethics, risk management, and cybersecurity in the legal field. Throughout his career, Mark has conducted more than 1,200 law firm risk assessments and become a trusted voice on issues like burnout, addiction, and mental health in the profession. He also works to raise awareness about the growing threat of cybercrime and how small and solo law firms can protect themselves. In this episode, he talks about the habits that lead lawyers into trouble, the importance of self-care, and why documentation can make or break a malpractice case. He also shares thoughtful views on civility, personal responsibility, and how lawyers can better take care of themselves and their clients. Tune in to hear how Mark blends decades of legal insight with practical advice on staying ethical, avoiding burnout, and navigating a rapidly changing legal landscape.Mark [email protected] Louis Goodman www.louisgoodman.comhttps://www.lovethylawyer.com/510.582.9090Music: Joel Katz, Seaside Recording, MauiTech: Bryan Matheson, Skyline Studios, OaklandAudiograms: Paul Robert  [email protected]