Description
Understand prohibited transactions and avoid financial liability when it comes to conflicts of interest.Conflicts of interest and prohibited transactions with clients are common issues for attorneys and can result in a significant negative financial impact on the attorney. You should be aware of the various types of conflicts, how to waive those conflicts, and otherwise avoid issues regarding conflicts and prohibit transactions. This course will discuss applicable conflict rules and prohibited transactions with clients, and the process and procedure for waiving the conflicts, if waivable, and engaging in transactions with clients when not absolutely prohibited.
Date: 2022-06-30 Start Time: End Time:
Learning Objectives
Conflicts With Existing Clients
• Applicable Conflicts Rules
• Waiver of Conflicts – Informed Consent
Prohibits Transactions With Clients
• Applicable Rules Governing Transactions With Clients
• Permissible and Nonpermissible Waiver
Conflicts With Former Clients
• Applicable Rule
• Waiver of Conflicts – Informed Consent
Lateral Moves Between Firms
• Applicable Rules
• Avoiding
Conflicts With Potential Clients
• Applicable Rule
• Procedure to Avoid Disqualification
Financial Implications of Conflicts
• Disqualification
• Disgorgement of Fees
• Malpractice Claims
• Insurance
• Disciplinary Proceedings
CLE (Please check the Detailed Credit Information page for states that have already been approved) ,NALA ,Additional credit may be available upon request. Contact Lorman at 866-352-9540 for further information.
John A. Snow-Parsons Behle & Latimer
