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- Rule 1.7 is intended to provide clear notice of circumstances that may constitute a conflict of interest. Rule 1.7 (a) sets out the limited circumstances in which representation of conflicting interests is absolutely prohibited even with the informed consent of all involved clients.
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Apr 11, 2024 · Rule 1.7(a) sets out the limited circumstances in which representation of conflicting interests is absolutely prohibited even with the informed consent of all involved clients. Rule 1.7(b) sets out those circumstances in which representation is barred in the absence of informed client consent.
[1] The Rules of professional Conduct (Rules) are rules of reason. They should be interpreted with reference to the pur-poses of legal representation and of the law itself. Some of the Rules are imperatives, cast in the terms “shall” or “shall not.” These define proper conduct for purposes of professional disci-
Aug 1, 2006 · On consideration of the proposed amendments to the District of Columbia Rules of Professional Conduct submitted by the Board of Governors of the District of Columbia Bar on June 23, 2005, and the comments thereto, it is.
IN GENERAL. No person may practice law in the District of Columbia or hold out as authorized to do so unless: the person is a D.C. Bar Member; or. the conduct is permitted by one or more of Rules 49(c)(1)-(13). DEFINITIONS. The following definitions apply to Rule 49:
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[1] This rule covers any person, whether or not a party to a formal proceeding, who is represented by counsel concerning the matter in question. [2] This rule does not prohibit communication with a person or party, or an employee or agent of an organization, concerning matters outside the representation.
Rules of Professional Conduct. Rule 1.7: Conflict of Interest: General Rule. (a) A lawyer shall not advance two or more adverse positions in the same matter. (b) Except as permitted by paragraph (c) below, a lawyer shall not represent a client with respect to a matter if:
