The Top 10 Attorney Escrow Account Blunders: How to Avoid a Grievance
When it comes to client funds, there’s no room for error—and even a small slip can put your license (and livelihood) on the line.
From simple bookkeeping mistakes to misapplied fees or skipped reconciliations, trust accounting missteps are one of the fastest ways to trigger a bar complaint. In this practical, no-nonsense CLE, attorney Jordan Turk breaks down the top 10 escrow account mistakes lawyers make, and how to steer clear of them.
You’ll walk away knowing what your ethical duties demand (in plain English), how to build systems that help you with compliance without extra headaches, and the warning signs that could land you in trouble if left unchecked.
In this CLE webinar, you’ll learn:
- The most common ethical issues with escrow accounts, and how to avoid them
- How to prevent accidental commingling, over-disbursing, and client confusion
- Real grievance stories from attorneys across the US (and suggestions of what NOT to do)
Start Date:
- December 3, 2025
Start Time:
- 12:00 PM
End Time:
- 1:00 PM
Ethics and Professionalism Credit(s):
- 1.0
Total Credit(s):
- 1.0
Region:
- Virtual Participation
- Jordan Turk, Attorney and Director of Education and Attorney Development
Format:
- Webinar
Product Code:
- 0QH51
NYSBA Member Price:
Free
Join (or renew) for special member pricing
Non-Member Price:
Free
Sponsoring Committee Group
- Committee on Continuing Legal Education
- Committee on Law Practice Management
