Someone steals the laptop you use in your practice. After the first flush of panic subsides, a nagging question surfaces: do I have any ethical obligations? Quick answer: Yes. At the time of the event. And well before.
Do lawyers potentially owe duties to a member of a limited liability company when the lawyers’ representation of the company causes the member to incur expenses to defend personally owned copyrights?
Educate yourself, prepare and remember that, somewhere out there, there is a young one who will see you in that black robe and know that he or she, too, can succeed in our profession.
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An attorney’s obligations become more ambiguous when it comes to reviews made by clients on websites maintained by a third party.
Since most civil cases conclude in a settlement, you may focus much of your time working towards a negotiated resolution.
May a lawyer who reasonably relies on a client’s information nonetheless be liable for malicious prosecution?
When one is struggling financially, the holidays can be a challenging time, especially because of the modern attitudes toward consumption.
Throughout the SDCBA’s 120-year history, we have had countless great leaders at the forefront of our legal community.
What ethical obligations arise when lawyers in a law firm consult with outside counsel concerning matters related to the firm’s representation of a current client?
