Memorializing an agreement in a written contract serves two primary purposes. First and foremost, a written contract should clearly set out the deal terms so that there is little or no chance of a misunderstanding as to what...more
4/23/2013
- Contract Drafting In-House Counsel
In a closely watched case, Ayeprel v. Phules, the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts formally recognized that confidential communications between so-called “work spouses” may be privileged. The 5-4 decision makes...more
4/1/2013
- April Fool's Day Work Spouse Privilege
When an employee talks to in-house or outside counsel for the purpose of obtaining legal advice for the company, that communication will be privileged and can be protected from disclosure. Likewise, when in-house counsel is...more
3/8/2013
- Attorney-Client Privilege In-House Counsel US v Tedder
