R 1.15 - Safekeeping Property

Question 1

If an attorney is paid in advance for legal services and possible expenses, where shall the attorney place these funds?

Answer 1

In separate trust account, which does not include the attorney’s own funds.

Question 2

If an attorney is paid an engagement fee to represent the client in a matter and did not require the attorney to perform specific duties yet, where shall the attorney place these funds?

Answer 2

In the attorney’s own bank account with the attorney’s own funds.