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Nonrefundable Advanced Legal Fees are Per Se Unethical Under the Proposed New Rule of Professional Conduct 1.5(g)

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At its March 1, 2025, meeting, the VSB Council voted to approve changes to Rule of Professional Conduct 1.5. The proposed amendment to the Rule includes a new subjection (g), which codifies an understanding that has been...more

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When Aggressive Tactics Cross the Line: Illinois ARDC Suspends Lawyer Accused of Sending "Abusive and Aggressive" E-Mails

An attorney practicing in Illinois, Felipe Nery Gomez (respondent), was suspended from the practice of law for three years as a consequence of sending threatening and harassing e-mails in violation of Rules 4.4(a) and 8.4(d)...more

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Lawyers are Responsible for Ensuring Effective Communication with Clients when Faced with Language or Other Communication Barriers

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Regardless of communication barriers that various client circumstances may present, lawyers owe their clients the duties of competent representation and effective communication...more

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The Hazards of Informal Advice: Friends, Family, and Holiday Parties

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There is a well-worn joke about a lawyer who runs into an old acquaintance on the street. “I’m so glad to see you!” the friend exclaims. “I’m in terrible trouble—can I ask you a couple of questions?” “Of course,” replies the...more

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Lawyers' Lawyer Newsletter – Recent Developments in Risk Management - Halloween 2021

Before you pack up your pumpkin-spiced lattes and bring out your Holiday decorations, we have a ghoulish edition of the Lawyers' Lawyer Newsletter for you. We start with some Tricks for effective communication. Spoiler alert...more

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