In 1976, a groundbreaking malpractice lawsuit challenged long-held assumptions about clergy liability in therapeutic counseling. When a $25,000 claim for counseling malpractice and breach of confidentiality was filed against a congregational rabbi, it shattered the prevailing belief that clerical malpractice suits existed only in theory. Through detailed primary source documentation, including court summons, legal correspondence, and settlement records, this case study chronicles a complex litigation stemming from a six-year therapeutic relationship with a court-referred couple. The proceedings revealed critical gaps in professional liability insurance for clergy, as the defendant required both malpractice insurance representation and personal legal counsel to address coverage limitations for punitive damages and contract breaches. After twenty-seven months, the case concluded in an out-of-court settlement following the death of the plaintiff's attorney and subsequent failure to secure replacement counsel. The documented evidence demonstrates that clergy who engage in counseling face concrete malpractice risks and require comprehensive professional liability coverage, offering vital insights for religious professionals involved in therapeutic practices.