About This Course
Effectively managing conflicts of interest is a crucial aspect of legal ethics, and this course will provide attorneys with the necessary tools to navigate these challenges. The session will cover key considerations for identifying and addressing conflicts, including methods for conflict screening and strategies for handling complex situations such as representing multiple clients, engaging in business transactions with clients, acting as a witness, and working with organizational clients or clients with disabilities.
Attendees will gain insight into the ethical obligations surrounding conflicts of interest, including when and how informed consent waivers may be required. Additionally, the course will delve into best practices for ending representation ethically, ensuring proper withdrawal procedures, and maintaining organized records and closed files in compliance with professional standards.
By the end of this program, participants will have a clearer understanding of their responsibilities in preventing and managing conflicts while upholding ethical and professional integrity in their legal practice.