Escrow & Title
A Tennessee attorney who performs a title examination and provides a title opinion faces:
ANo liability since it is only an opinion
BPotential professional liability (malpractice) if the opinion is negligently prepared and the client suffers a loss✓ Correct
CTREC disciplinary action if errors are found
DOnly liability to the lender, not the buyer
Explanation
A Tennessee attorney who negligently prepares a title opinion may face legal malpractice liability to the client (buyer or lender) who relied on the opinion and suffered a financial loss as a result. Title attorneys carry professional liability insurance to cover such risks.
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