EP 270 | Protecting Your Interior Design Business from Litigation with Jamie Lieberman

April 26, 2022

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Are you doing enough to legally protect your interior design business?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Jamie Lieberman of Hashtag Legal to discuss practical ways interior designers can reduce legal risk and better protect themselves from potential litigation.

There’s no single solution to avoiding legal trouble, but layered protections—strong contracts, proper insurance, clear communication, and documented processes—can dramatically reduce your exposure. Jamie shares actionable guidance every design business owner should understand.

If you want to run your business more confidently and professionally, this episode is essential listening.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• How to limit liability when clients hire trades directly
• Why becoming a general contractor may help you comply with local regulations
• The importance of strong business insurance coverage
• Why most disputes offer opportunities for resolution before lawsuits happen
• How lawyers can help prevent legal issues before they escalate
• Why text messaging is risky for client communication and documentation

Design Intervention

The best piece I ever received was learning how to be comfortable with failure and embracing those moments rather than running from them. When I left my full-time legal job after I had my first son, I started a second blog — a mom blog — and it failed spectacularly. Looking back now, I know that was because it wasn’t true to my voice and wasn’t what I was truly passionate about. But, without that failed mom blog, I never would have founded Hashtag Legal because it introduced me to the business of blogging.

About Jamie Lieberman

Jamie Lieberman is an attorney, podcaster and entrepreneur dedicated to making legal accessible and sharing the message that working with a lawyer doesn’t have to be scary. As the owner and founder of Hashtag Legal, Jamie draws on her experience working with influencer marketing professionals, creatives, and business owners to help her clients grow and protect their businesses.

She leads an all-female, virtual team focused on providing clients with advice on a wide range of subjects such as intellectual property, contracts, privacy, FTC and general business law as well negotiation strategies. Jamie is the co-host for the FearLess Business Podcast and has spoken at influential industry conferences such as Alt Summit, Podcast Movement, and FinCon.

www.hashtag-legal.com

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Legal Disclosure | This podcast is for educational purposes only and provides general business advice for interior designers and design professionals. It is not intended as individual legal, accounting, or professional guidance. Kimberley Seldon and Business of Design® make no guarantees regarding accuracy and are not liable for how information is used. Strategies shared may not apply to every situation—listeners should seek qualified legal, financial, or professional advice before making business decisions. References and resources mentioned may change over time.

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