Model Rules of Professional Conduct 2021 Edition.
2021
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Title
Model Rules of Professional Conduct 2021 Edition.
Added Corporate Author
Imprint
Lanham : American Bar Association, 2021.
Description
1 online resource (298 p.)
Series
LexisNexis digital library.
Formatted Contents Note
Intro
Title Page
Copyright Page
American Bar Association Center for Professional Responsibility
ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Dedication
Contents
Preface
Commission on Evaluation of Professional Standards
Chair's Introductiona
Commission on Evaluation of the Rules of Professional Conduct
Chair's Introduction
Preamble and Scope
1.0 Terminology
CLIENT-LAWYER RELATIONSHIP
1.1 Competence
1.2 Scope of Representation and Allocation of Authority between Client and Lawyer
1.3 Diligence
1.4 Communication
1.5 Fees
1.6 Confidentiality of Information
1.7 Conflict of Interest: Current Clients
1.8 Conflict of Interest: Current Clients: Specific Rules
1.9 Duties to Former Clients
1.10 Imputation of Conflicts of Interest: General Rule
1.11 Special Conflicts of Interest for Former and Current Government Officers and Employees
1.12 Former Judge, Arbitrator, Mediator or Other Third-Party Neutral
1.13 Organization as Client
1.14 Client with Diminished Capacity
1.15 Safekeeping Property
1.16 Declining or Terminating Representation
1.17 Sale of Law Practice
1.18 Duties to Prospective Client
COUNSELOR
2.1 Advisor
2.2 (Deleted 2002)
2.3 Evaluation for Use by Third Persons
2.4 Lawyer Serving as Third-Party Neutral
ADVOCATE
3.1 Meritorious Claims and Contentions
3.2 Expediting Litigation
3.3 Candor Toward the Tribunal
3.4 Fairness to Opposing Party and Counsel
3.5 Impartiality and Decorum of the Tribunal
3.6 Trial Publicity
3.7 Lawyer as Witness
3.8 Special Responsibilities of a Prosecutor
3.9 Advocate in Nonadjudicative Proceedings
TRANSACTIONS WITH PERSONS OTHER THAN CLIENTS
4.1 Truthfulness in Statements to Others
4.2 Communication with Person Represented by Counsel
4.3 Dealing with Unrepresented Person
4.4 Respect for Rights of Third Persons
LAW FIRMS AND ASSOCIATIONS
5.1 Responsibilities of Partners, Managers, and Supervisory Lawyers
5.2 Responsibilities of a Subordinate Lawyer
5.3 Responsibilities Regarding Nonlawyer Assistance
5.4 Professional Independence of a Lawyer
5.5 Unauthorized Practice of Law
Multijurisdictional Practice of Law
5.6 Restrictions on Right to Practice
5.7 Responsibilities Regarding Law Related Services
PUBLIC SERVICE
6.1 Voluntary Pro Bono Publico Service
6.2 Accepting Appointments
6.3 Membership in Legal Services Organization
6.4 Law Reform Activities Affecting Client Interests
6.5 Nonprofit and Court-Annexed Limited Legal Services Programs
INFORMATION ABOUT LEGAL SERVICES
7.1 Communications Concerning a Lawyer's Services
7.2 Communications Concerning a Lawyer's Services: Specific Rules
7.3 Solicitation of Clients
7.4 (Deleted 2018)
7.5 (Deleted 2018)
7.6 Political Contributions to Obtain Government Legal Engagements or Appointments by Judges
Title Page
Copyright Page
American Bar Association Center for Professional Responsibility
ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Dedication
Contents
Preface
Commission on Evaluation of Professional Standards
Chair's Introductiona
Commission on Evaluation of the Rules of Professional Conduct
Chair's Introduction
Preamble and Scope
1.0 Terminology
CLIENT-LAWYER RELATIONSHIP
1.1 Competence
1.2 Scope of Representation and Allocation of Authority between Client and Lawyer
1.3 Diligence
1.4 Communication
1.5 Fees
1.6 Confidentiality of Information
1.7 Conflict of Interest: Current Clients
1.8 Conflict of Interest: Current Clients: Specific Rules
1.9 Duties to Former Clients
1.10 Imputation of Conflicts of Interest: General Rule
1.11 Special Conflicts of Interest for Former and Current Government Officers and Employees
1.12 Former Judge, Arbitrator, Mediator or Other Third-Party Neutral
1.13 Organization as Client
1.14 Client with Diminished Capacity
1.15 Safekeeping Property
1.16 Declining or Terminating Representation
1.17 Sale of Law Practice
1.18 Duties to Prospective Client
COUNSELOR
2.1 Advisor
2.2 (Deleted 2002)
2.3 Evaluation for Use by Third Persons
2.4 Lawyer Serving as Third-Party Neutral
ADVOCATE
3.1 Meritorious Claims and Contentions
3.2 Expediting Litigation
3.3 Candor Toward the Tribunal
3.4 Fairness to Opposing Party and Counsel
3.5 Impartiality and Decorum of the Tribunal
3.6 Trial Publicity
3.7 Lawyer as Witness
3.8 Special Responsibilities of a Prosecutor
3.9 Advocate in Nonadjudicative Proceedings
TRANSACTIONS WITH PERSONS OTHER THAN CLIENTS
4.1 Truthfulness in Statements to Others
4.2 Communication with Person Represented by Counsel
4.3 Dealing with Unrepresented Person
4.4 Respect for Rights of Third Persons
LAW FIRMS AND ASSOCIATIONS
5.1 Responsibilities of Partners, Managers, and Supervisory Lawyers
5.2 Responsibilities of a Subordinate Lawyer
5.3 Responsibilities Regarding Nonlawyer Assistance
5.4 Professional Independence of a Lawyer
5.5 Unauthorized Practice of Law
Multijurisdictional Practice of Law
5.6 Restrictions on Right to Practice
5.7 Responsibilities Regarding Law Related Services
PUBLIC SERVICE
6.1 Voluntary Pro Bono Publico Service
6.2 Accepting Appointments
6.3 Membership in Legal Services Organization
6.4 Law Reform Activities Affecting Client Interests
6.5 Nonprofit and Court-Annexed Limited Legal Services Programs
INFORMATION ABOUT LEGAL SERVICES
7.1 Communications Concerning a Lawyer's Services
7.2 Communications Concerning a Lawyer's Services: Specific Rules
7.3 Solicitation of Clients
7.4 (Deleted 2018)
7.5 (Deleted 2018)
7.6 Political Contributions to Obtain Government Legal Engagements or Appointments by Judges
Summary
The Model Rules of Professional Conduct are intended to serve as a national framework for implementation of standards of professional conduct. The 2021 Edition of the Model Rules provides an up-to-date resource for information on lawyer ethics. The Rules, with some variations, have been adopted in 50 jurisdictions. Federal, state, and local courts in all jurisdictions look to the Rules for guidance in resolving lawyer malpractice cases, disciplinary actions, disqualification issues, sanctions questions, and more.
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Description based upon print version of record.
MAINTAINING THE INTEGRITY OF THE PROFESSION.
MAINTAINING THE INTEGRITY OF THE PROFESSION.
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Print version: Responsibility, Center for Professional Model Rules of Professional Conduct 2021 Edition Lanham : American Bar Association,c2021
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Language
English
ISBN
9781641058605
1641058609
1641058609
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