American Bar Association: Summary of Ethics Rules Governing Collaborative Practice

Authors

Publication Date

7-1-2009

Document Type

Article

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to address ethical issues considered in the above-mentioned opinions, including: (1) limited scope representation, informed consent, and restriction on practice; (2) conflict of interests; (3) competence and diligence; (4) mandatory withdrawal provisions, including withdrawal due to client behavior and withdrawal requiring the court's permission; (5) zealous representation; (6) confidentiality and disclosure; (7) communications and advertising; and (8) collaborative non-profit organizations. This Article shows that, for the reasons set forth below, Collaborative Practice is consistent with the rules of ethics for lawyers and provides an important method for clients and attorneys to achieve fair settlements without the expense, delay, and acrimony that are, unfortunately, all too common when disputes are resolved in the litigation process.

DOI

10.37419/TWLR.V15.I3.5

First Page

555

Last Page

573

Recommended Citation

American Bar Association: Summary of Ethics Rules Governing Collaborative Practice, 15 Tex. Wesleyan L. Rev. 555 (2009).
Available at: https://doi.org/10.37419/TWLR.V15.I3.5