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Generally speaking, a lawyer may not represent both sides of a dispute. In the event that two clients on retainer came into conflict, the attorney would normally be obligated to recuse himself from the case.
Consult the Bar Association in your State/Province for the exact policy regarding conflicts of interest.
What else can I help you with?
Can a lawyer turn against their client during a legal case?
Yes, a lawyer can withdraw from representing a client if there is a conflict of interest or if the client is not cooperating. However, a lawyer cannot disclose confidential information shared by the client.
Is it a conflict of interest that the divorce lawyer is best friends with your wife?
Well exactly how close are these best friends? Who is the BF Attorney representing? I mean really would you honestly feel comfotable with this situation??? Yes it is a conflict of interest and the best friend attorney shpould excuse himself from the case due to a conflict of interest.
Can you sue a lawyer for conflict of interest in a legal case?
Yes, you can sue a lawyer for conflict of interest in a legal case if they have breached their duty to act in your best interests and have a conflicting interest that has harmed your case.
What are some examples of conflicts of interest that a lawyer may face in their practice?
Conflicts of interest that a lawyer may face include representing clients with conflicting interests, having personal relationships with clients that could affect judgment, or having financial interests that conflict with a client's best interests.
IF lawyer is related to circuit clerk and she is married to the lawyer respresending your wife is that a conflict of interest?
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Is it legal for a lawyer to represent both sides of an agreement?
No that is a conflict of interest.
Is it a conflict of interest for a wife to use the lawyer that was against her on a previous divorce?
Yes
Can a lawyer be a witness for his client in a legal proceeding?
No, a lawyer cannot be a witness for his client in a legal proceeding due to the conflict of interest it presents.
Can your lawyer go against you in court?
Yes, in some cases, a lawyer can go against their client in court if there is a conflict of interest or if the lawyer believes the client is not being truthful.
What job might a lawyer have on the side that may be a conflict of interest?
judge, police officer, drug dealer.
What if your former lawyer has been hired by your mother in a protection from abuse case the lawyer is now using information against you?
This could well be a conflict of interest. Your (current) lawyer can file a complaint.
If your attorney and the judge for your case are co defendants in an unrelated separate trial is this a conflict of interest?
If a judge and a lawyer are under trial, they shouldn't be practising. You can probably apply for a mistrial or something, under conflict of interest or incompetency.
