Prohibited Conduct

Description: This quiz covers prohibited conduct in the legal profession, including conflicts of interest, improper solicitation, and fee-splitting.
Number of Questions: 5
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What is a conflict of interest?

  1. A situation in which a lawyer's personal interests conflict with the interests of their client

  2. A situation in which a lawyer represents two or more clients with conflicting interests

  3. A situation in which a lawyer has a financial interest in the outcome of a case

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A conflict of interest is any situation in which a lawyer's personal interests, or the interests of another client, conflict with the interests of the client they are representing.

What is improper solicitation?

  1. Contacting a potential client who has not expressed an interest in legal services

  2. Offering to provide legal services for a fee that is contingent on the outcome of the case

  3. Advertising legal services in a way that is false or misleading

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Improper solicitation is any attempt to obtain a client by means that are false, misleading, or coercive.

What is fee-splitting?

  1. Dividing a legal fee with another lawyer who is not a partner or associate in the same law firm

  2. Dividing a legal fee with a non-lawyer

  3. Both of the above

  4. Neither of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Fee-splitting is the practice of dividing a legal fee with another lawyer or non-lawyer who is not a partner or associate in the same law firm.

What are the consequences of engaging in prohibited conduct?

  1. Disbarment

  2. Suspension from practice

  3. Reprimand

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The consequences of engaging in prohibited conduct can include disbarment, suspension from practice, or a reprimand.

What is the best way to avoid engaging in prohibited conduct?

  1. Be aware of the rules of professional conduct

  2. Consult with a more experienced lawyer if you have any questions about the rules

  3. Avoid any situation that could potentially create a conflict of interest

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The best way to avoid engaging in prohibited conduct is to be aware of the rules of professional conduct, consult with a more experienced lawyer if you have any questions about the rules, and avoid any situation that could potentially create a conflict of interest.

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