E. Imputed Conflicts Flashcards
1
Q
What is Imputed Conflicts of Interest?*
A
If one Lawyer can NOT handle matter due to CoI => Lawyer’s Firm can NOT handle matter!!!
UNLESS conflict is based on personal interest + NO material risk limiting Client representation!!!
2
Q
What is required for Lawyer’s Firm to share imputed conflict of interest?*
A
1) Formal agreement
2) Holding out as if practising law firm
3) Sharing revenues + responsibilities!!!
4) Physical access to each other’s client files!!!
5) Routine communication re handled matters
6) Imputing would serve purpose of particular conflict rule
