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Can A Lawyer Represent a Client if the Lawyer Has a Conflict of Interest?
SOMETIMES. Let’s look at the situation in more detail. When the rules that govern attorney conduct do not prohibit representation, a lawyer can represent a client, even if a conflict of interest exists, as long as the conflict is disclosed in writing and the client gives written informed consent (where required), despite the conflict. A surprising number… Read More »
What is a Legal Conflict of Interest?
WHAT IS A CONFLICT OF INTEREST? In the context of lawyers and legal relationships, a conflict of interest exists when a lawyer’s duty to a client would require the lawyer to take action that is contrary to or would prejudice to the interests of the lawyer, another client, or someone else to whom the… Read More »
