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Is there any law stating an attorney cannot accept you for a client and defend you even though he knows you are quilty?
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∙ 12y ago
No, there is not. Even if the client is guilty, an attorney can defend you. However, the attorney cannot break the law in the process.
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What does do not oppose mean when a attorney say it to another attorney?
Do not oppose means to not to talk when he is stating his arguments unless the attorney is harassing the client of another attorney. Thou that is not a good for close.
What is attorney client privilege?
It is a confidentiality rule that keeps the conversations and correspondence between an attorney and client secret. This encourages the client to be honest and upfront with the attorney. Added: The client can choose to share any information. The attorney must keep certain information secret, and cannot be compelled to reveal this information.
Can an attorney accept a summons on behalf of a client?
Yes. For corporations, this is in fact what's normally done.
When does attorney-client privilege not apply to attorney-client communications?
Attorney-client privilege does not apply to the identity of the client.
Can you get attorney fees if you are your own attorney?
as the saying goes "Only a fool will hire himself as an attorney"! No, you cannot get attorney 's fees unless you are a licenced attorney representing a client other than your self!!!
Can your attorney settle without contacting client first?
No, an attorney cannot settle a case without consulting with the client first. It is imperative for the attorney to keep the client informed and receive authorization before making any decisions on settlement. Failure to communicate with the client and obtain consent could lead to ethical and legal issues for the attorney.
What is Unethical practice Attorney Client Relationship?
An example of an unethical attorney-client relationship is if an attorney reveals confidential information that the client told him or her in confidence. It is also unethical if the attorney threatens to blackmail the client.
The attorney-client privilege is a rule of evidence that prohibits attorneys from?
The attorney-client privilege protects any information communicated between an attorney and his/her client.
How does someone go about getting a federal attorney?
Attorneys who work for the federal government only have one client and that client is the government. Federal attorneys are lawyers for the government. A regular united states citizen cannot be represent by a federal attorney.
Can an attorney sue an indivual for two times the dollar amount that the indivual owes his client?
The attorney is probably including costs and legal fees in the bill. If the individual owes the money to the attorney's client (there is no dispute about that), it would be a good idea to offer a payment plan. If the attorney (or his/her client) does not accept the arrangment, demonstrating that a good faith effort was made to avoid litigation may pay off dividends with the judge later, should it go to trial.
The attorney-client privilege only applies to information obtained from the client?
No, it applies to the conversations in general. For example, you cannot be compelled to share what legal advice your attorney gave you, or specific instructions he suggested for the running of your company. However, as always, consult with your attorney to get a specific answer, appropriate to your situation and the laws of your state.
Is it against confidentiality agreement if you tell a client they went to a clinic as a child?
The confidentiality agreement is between the attorney and the client. Anything the client says to the attorney in secret must remain secret, under most circumstances. The attorney is not prohibited from telling the client anything.
