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ABA Ethics Committee Issues Guidance on Terminating Client Representations

The ABA’s ethics committee weighed in on Model Rule 1.16’s requirements for withdrawing from representation, cautioning attorneys to avoid breaking the “hot potato” rule.

Law Week - April 7, 2025

News

When Should a Lawyer Report a Client’s Crime?

The ABA’s ethics committee released a formal opinion explaining various exceptions to Rule 1.6(a)’s confidentiality constraints.

Law Week - March 10, 2025

Opinion

Repeat Litigants: What is this settlement even worth?

Haynes Boone partner Brent Owen explains the ethical constraints on attorneys who want to try to prevent future lawsuits.

Law Week Contributor - November 8, 2024

News

ABA Warns Attorneys About AI Disclosures in New Ethics Opinion

The ABA’s ethics committee released Opinion 512 focused on generative artificial intelligence tools for attorneys and firms.

Jess Brovsky-Eaker - July 29, 2024

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ABA Ethics Committee Releases Opinion Addressing Conflicts of Interest Under Model Rule 1.18

The ABA’s ethics committee released an opinion that addressed conflicts of interest under its Model Rule 1.18.

Law Week - March 20, 2024

News

CBA Releases Ethics Opinion for Lawyers Practicing Virtually

The CBA Ethics Committee summarized some practice guidelines for attorneys who work remotely, either full-time or in a hybrid setting.

Law Week - March 14, 2024

News

CBA Ethics Committee Releases Opinion on Succession Planning

The Colorado Bar Association's Ethics Committee released an opinion Jan. 18 about ethical considerations in succession planning.

Jess Brovsky-Eaker - January 25, 2024

Briefs

ABA Releases Model Rule Addressing Jurisdiction of Attorney Regulation Authorities

The ABA ethics committee addressed ABA Model Rule 8.5 and clarified the jurisdiction of attorney regulation authorities.

Jess Brovsky-Eaker - March 27, 2023

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