This quiz explores ethical dilemmas and proper conduct in the client-lawyer relationship, focusing on scenarios involving legal representation, fee arrangements, and professional responsibilities.
II only
I and II, but not III
I, II, and III
Neither I, II, nor III
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I only
I and II, but not III
II and III, but not I
I, II, and III
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I only
II only
I and II, but not III
I, II, and III
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Yes, unless Client's consent is in writing.
Yes, because Alpha will not try the case.
No, if the division of the fee between Alpha and Beta is in proportion to actual work done by each.
No, because the total fee does not differ from that contracted for by Alpha with Client.
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Yes, unless Alpha's time was completely occupied with work for other clients.
Yes, because Alpha neglected the representation of Passenger.
No, because Passenger's suit was filed before the statute of limitations ran.
No, because Alpha returned the $1,000 retainer to Passenger.
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I only
I and II, but not III
I and III, but not II
I, II, and III
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Yes, because Deft suffered a detriment from Attorney's refusal to plea bargain.
Yes, if Attorney in fact received widespread publicity as a result of the trial.
No, unless Prosecutor has knowledge that Attorney's refusal to plea bargain was due to personal motives.
No, if Attorney zealously and competently represented Deft at the trial.
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Yes, because Alpha is acting contrary to her client's instructions.
Yes, unless Alpha first informs Plaintiff of the request and obtains Plaintiff's consent to grant it.
No, unless granting the extension would prejudice Plaintiff's rights.
No, because Beta was not at fault in causing the delay.
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Yes, because Attorney falsely advertised his availability for medical malpractice cases.
Yes, because Attorney did not advise Baker as to the date the statute of limitations would expire.
No, because Attorney did not violate any duty owed to Baker.
No, because Attorney offered to refer Baker to another medical malpractice lawyer.
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Yes, because the fee to be paid by Plaintiff was not increased by reason of Beta's association.
Yes, because the fee would be divided in proportion to the services performed and the responsibility assumed by each.
No, because Plaintiff was not advised of the association of Beta.
No, unless, upon conclusion of the matter, Alpha provides Plaintiff with a written statement setting forth the method of determining both the fee and the division of the fee with Beta.
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Yes, unless Client will be prejudiced by the delay.
Yes, because a criminal trial takes precedence over a civil trial.
No, because Attorney should manage her calendar so that her cases can be tried promptly.
No, unless Attorney was court-appointed counsel in the criminal case.
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Yes, because Client is engaged in continuing illegal conduct.
Yes, because client refused to accept Attorney's advice and surrender.
No, because Attorney is not counseling Client to avoid arrest and prosecution.
No, because Attorney reasonably believes the indictment is defective.
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Yes, because Attorney agreed to a fee contingent on the outcome of a criminal case.
Yes, because a lawyer may not acquire a proprietary interest in a client's property.
No, because the charges against Deft were dismissed.
No, because the retainer agreement is in writing.
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Yes, because Attorney is lending her credit to Client.
Yes, because Attorney is helping to finance litigation.
No, because the funds will be used for trial preparation.
No, because Attorney took the case on a contingent fee basis.
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Yes, because the restriction on Alpha is limited to subsequent proceedings in the same matter.
Yes, if Alpha believes that it is in Wife's best interests to accept the proposed settlement.
No, because the proposed settlement would restrict Alpha's right to represent Wife in the future.
No, unless Alpha believes that Wife's interests can be adequately protected by another lawyer in the future.
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Yes, because the entire original fee agreement was required to be in writing.
Yes, because Client did not consent to the increase.
No, if the $10 hourly increase is reasonable.
No, because Client agreed in writing to pay Able & Baker's hourly rate.
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Yes, because clients often prefer to pay a lawyer a fee based on the outcome of the case.
Yes, if a fee of one-third is not excessive.
No, because a lawyer may not acquire a proprietary interest in a cause of action.
No, because the fee is contingent.
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Yes, because a lawyer may discontinue representation in a civil case at any time before trial.
Yes, because Client's conduct makes it unreasonably difficult for Attorney to represent Client effectively and competently.
No, because Attorney must follow Client's instructions.
No, unless Client consents to Attorney's withdrawal.
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Yes, because Attorney neglected Plaintiff's cause.
Yes, unless Attorney had asked leave of court to withdraw.
No, because Plaintiff breached the agreement to reimburse Attorney.
No, because Plaintiff did not sustain any prejudice as a result of Attorney's action.
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Yes, because the agreement gave Attorney a proprietary interest in Client's cause of action.
Yes, unless the fee Attorney receives does not exceed that which Attorney would have received by charging a reasonable hourly rate.
No, because Client rather than Attorney proposed the fee arrangement.
No, because Attorney may contract with Client for a reasonable contingent fee.
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Yes, because withdrawal is permitted but not required when a client insists on conduct which the lawyer reasonably believes, but does not know, will be criminal.
Yes, because withdrawal is required when a client insists on conduct which the lawyer reasonably believes, but does not know, will be criminal.
No, if Corp is correct that withdrawal would breach confidentiality by sending a signal that the filing is problematic.
No, if Attorney's withdrawal as outside counsel might affect Corp's ability to complete the filing in a timely fashion.
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Yes, because a lawyer may withdraw when the financial burden of continuing the representation would be substantially greater than the parties anticipated at the time of the fee agreement.
Yes, because the clients consented to the withdrawal in the stipulation.
No, because a client's failure to pay fees when due may be insufficient in itself to justify withdrawal.
No, unless clients are provided an opportunity to seek independent legal advice before signing the stipulation.
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Yes, because the attorney did not have good cause to refuse the representation.
Yes, unless the attorney made reasonable efforts to find a competent lawyer to represent the man.
No, unless the attorney holds herself out as experienced in legal malpractice cases.
No, because the attorney had no legal obligation to accept the man's case.
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