Essay: Professional Responsibility

Question 1

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Scope, Objective, and Means of Representation

Answer 1

A client decides the objectives of representatoin. In a civil case, this includes whether to settle and the expenses to be incurred. In a criminal case, case, this includes whether the client will testify, waive their right to a jurt trial, or enter a plea. A lawyer decides the technial, legal, and tactical matters in the case.

Question 2

Mandatory Withdrawal

Answer 2

A laywer must withdraw if: (1) the representation will result in violation of the rules of professional conduct or other law