1.2: SCOPE OF REPRESENTATION (MC)

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the ultimate authority conferred upon the client according to the text?

Choosing the lawyer's legal strategy
Determining the objectives of legal representation within legal limits (correct)
Deciding which court to present the case in
Selecting the judge for the case

In legal representation, who has the authority to decide whether to settle a matter?

The lawyer exclusively
The client (correct)
Both the lawyer and the judge
The prosecuting attorney

What does Rule 1.4(a)(2) require the lawyer to do regarding the means by which the client's objectives are pursued?

Consult with the client (correct)
Alter the objectives without client consent
Proceed without informing the client
Ignore the client's directives

When does a lawyer have the authority to carry out implied actions during representation?

When impliedly authorized to carry out the representation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What decision must be made by the client in a civil matter?

Whether to settle a civil matter (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a decision that a lawyer must abide by in a criminal case according to the text?

Client's decision on whether to hire additional lawyers for defense (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text say about a lawyer's representation of a client?

May not constitute an endorsement of the client’s views. (A) Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario can a lawyer limit the scope of representation?

With informed consent from the client. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a lawyer prohibited from doing in relation to a client's illegal actions?

Encouraging the client to engage in criminal conduct. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How should a lawyer handle criminal or fraudulent situations with a client?

Discuss legal consequences and make a good faith effort to understand the law with the client. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does Paragraph (d) prohibit a lawyer from knowingly doing?

Counseling or assisting in criminal or fraudulent activities. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What distinction does the text highlight regarding a lawyer's involvement in questionable conduct?

There is a critical distinction between analyzing questionable conduct and advising on criminal means. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a lawyer required to do if they discover that the client's course of action is criminal or fraudulent?

Withdraw from the client's representation (C) Signup and view all the answers

In what situation might withdrawal from a client's representation be deemed insufficient?

When withdrawal alone does not rectify the lawyer's involvement in fraudulent conduct (C) Signup and view all the answers

What action should a lawyer take if they discover that a client is engaged in fraudulent activities?

Give notice of withdrawal and disaffirm any previous opinions (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a lawyer's responsibility if they initially believed a client's course of action was legal but later discover it to be criminal?

Withdraw from the client's representation immediately (B) Signup and view all the answers

What additional actions might be necessary for a lawyer when withdrawing from a client's representation?

Disaffirm any opinions, documents, or affirmations made for the client (B) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Lawyers' Representation and Client Relationships

A lawyer's representation of a client does not imply endorsement of the client's views or activities.
A lawyer may limit the scope of representation with the client's informed consent.

Scope of Representation and Allocation of Authority

A lawyer must abide by a client's decisions concerning the objectives of representation.
A lawyer may take action on behalf of the client as impliedly authorized to carry out the representation.
A lawyer must consult with the client as to how the objectives are to be pursued.
A lawyer must abide by a client's decision whether to settle a matter.
In a criminal case, a lawyer must abide by the client's decision on pleas, waivers, and testifying.

Criminal, Fraudulent, and Prohibited Transactions

A lawyer shall not counsel or assist a client in criminal or fraudulent conduct.
A lawyer may discuss legal consequences of a proposed course of conduct with a client.
A lawyer may counsel or assist a client to determine the validity, scope, meaning, or application of the law.
A lawyer must withdraw from representation if they discover the client's conduct is criminal or fraudulent.

Withdrawal and Disaffirmation

A lawyer may need to give notice of withdrawal and disaffirm any opinion, document, or affirmation.
Special obligations may apply when the client is a fiduciary, especially in dealings with a beneficiary.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Description

This quiz covers the ethical obligations of lawyers, including limitations on representation, avoiding endorsement of client's views, and prohibiting counseling or assisting in criminal or fraudulent conduct.