Ethical Obligations When Consulting Outside Counsel
What ethical obligations arise when lawyers in a law firm consult with outside counsel concerning matters related to the firm’s representation of a current client?
Author: San Diego County Bar Association
Asked to Dance
2019 SDCBA President Lilys McCoy delves into the meaning of diversity and inclusion.
President’s Message: January 13, 2020
At the SDCBA, community and inclusion are two of our core values.
Tips for Preparing for a Successful Mediation
You have agreed to mediation. What should you do now?
Trust Funds and Rule 3-300
Must a lawyer acting as a trustee comply with former Rule 3-300 even when the trust instrument permits the trustee to borrow funds from the trust?
In eDiscovery, Texts are the New Email
Technology may be changing faster than attorneys can adjust their methodologies to properly execute their eDiscovery evolutions.
New Rule of Professional Conduct 3.10 – Threatening Criminal, Administrative or Disciplinary Charges
“A lawyer shall not threaten to present criminal, administrative, or disciplinary charges to obtain an advantage in a civil dispute.”
President’s Message: January 6, 2020
Welcome to 2020!
Representing Cannabis Operators
Cannabis laws are complex and constantly evolving. Some of these laws are the first of their kind.
When Relevant Documents Have Been Concealed
In litigation, what are a lawyer’s ethical obligations when offered evidence retained by a former employee of the opposing party who reveals that relevant documents have been concealed from production?