A. Lawyer-Client Relationship

Question 1

What must Lawyer perform for Client?*

Answer 1

Exercise professional judgment in waiving/failing to assert Client’s right/position

Accede to Opposing Counsel’s reasonable requests

• Scheduling matters
• Continuances
• Other small favours

Ensure Client’s rights are NOT prejudiced

Question 2

What must Lawyer NOT perform for Client?*

Answer 2

NOT participate in unlawful conduct

NOT engage in offensive tactics

NOT play ‘hardball’ with Client

Question 3

What must Lawyer promptly communicate to Client?*

Answer 3

Material developments

• Settlement offer
• Plea offer

(Offer to be decided by Client)

FYI communication to Client is important for effective representation

Question 4

When must Lawyer withdraw from Client representation?*

Answer 4

1) Lawyer knows/should reasonably know

2) Client’s purpose of ‘merely’ harassing/maliciously injuring someone by;
- Bringing action
- Conducting defence
- Asserting petition
- Taking other steps

NOT if withdrawal will prejudice Client

Question 5

What do Client and Lawyer make decisions on?*

Answer 5

Client
- Makes decisions on ‘objectives’

Lawyer
- Makes decisions on ‘means’