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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.
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∙ 15y agoIt describes the "code of silence" that is a legally recognized right of the client to tell his attorney ANTYHING and the attorney will not/cannot disclose this privileged communication.
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When does attorney-client privilege not apply to attorney-client communications?
Attorney-client privilege does not apply to the identity of 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.
What is an attorney-client privilege?
An attorney-client privilege is a legal doctrine which prevents certain confidential communications between a lawyer and his or her clients.
What is the meaning of attorney-client privilege?
Attorney-client privilege is a law term. It refers to the right of a lawyer to refuse to give out confidential information that relates to their client in any manner.
Is there Attorney privilege after client dies?
I do not know about attorney privilege, but it is probably similar to the situation with social workers and therapists. Confidentiality does not end after the death of a client.
Is there an attorney-litigation consultant privilege?
Any person who provides professional services to an attorney on behalf of a client becomes bound by the same privilege as the attorney, and may not breach that confidentiality without the permission of the client.
When does the attorney client privilege end?
4-7 months
Does the attorney-client privilege extend to government attorneys?
Yes
Is there an attorney-expert witness privilege?
No. The attorney-client privilege is limited to confidential communications between the lawyer and his client. The relationship between the lawyer and his expert witness is governed only by contract.
Can attorney client privilege ever extend to an agent of said attorney such as an investigator?
Yes, it should.
Can your attorney release information that you told in confidence?
Under most circumstances, this is a violation of the attorney-client privilege.
What are the Exceptions to the attorney client privilege?
The privilege doesn't apply if another person is involved in the communication, if the client tells the attorney about a future illegal act (NOT past crimes), or in some cases if the information is being used against someone other than the client.
