Lawyers Duties To The Public And The Legal System Test

Question 1: What is a lawyer's responsibility regarding reporting professional misconduct of other lawyers?

Question 2: Under what circumstances is a lawyer permitted to make statements about the qualifications or integrity of judges?

Question 3: What is the lawyer's duty concerning pro bono legal services?

Question 4: When can a lawyer refuse to represent a client?

Question 5: Can a lawyer participate in law reform activities that may harm the interests of a client?

Question 6: What is a lawyer's duty regarding unethical solicitation of clients?

Question 7: Under what circumstances can a lawyer serve as both an advocate and a witness in the same proceeding?

Question 8: What duty does a lawyer have in ensuring the legal profession is accessible to all members of the public?

Question 9: What is the lawyer's duty regarding the impartiality and decorum of the tribunal?

Question 10: How should a lawyer handle a situation where they discover a non-attorney employee engaged in unauthorized practice of law?

Question 11: Can a lawyer make public statements about a pending case to sway public opinion?

Question 12: What should a lawyer do if they receive evidence that another lawyer has committed a serious ethical violation?

Question 13: When is it appropriate for a lawyer to assist a non-lawyer in an activity that could be considered the unauthorized practice of law?

Question 14: What is the lawyer’s duty regarding confidentiality and public service positions, such as elected lawyer-legislators?

Question 15: Are lawyers allowed to take part in activities that promote cultural competence within the legal system?

Question 16: What should a lawyer do if they identify judicial misconduct?

Question 17: What is a lawyer's duty when asked to represent a client they know intends to use the services to commit fraud?

Question 18: Can a lawyer participate in public service announcements that educate the public about legal rights and responsibilities?

Question 19: What should a lawyer do if they become aware of a non-attorney performing legal work inappropriately within their firm?

Question 20: What is a lawyer's duty in terms of legal advertising and solicitation?

Question 21: Can a lawyer serve on a non-profit organization board while actively practicing law?

Question 22: Under what conditions may a lawyer disclose information related to client misconduct?

Question 23: What is a lawyer's duty regarding the improvement of the law and legal system?

Question 24: What is the proper action for a lawyer who knows of a judge's partiality in a particular case?

Question 25: Under what circumstance is a lawyer permitted to make a false statement to a tribunal?

Question 26: What is a lawyer's duty when they become aware that their client intends to commit perjury?

Question 27: Can a lawyer, acting as a public prosecutor, pursue charges they know are not supported by probable cause?

Question 28: When is it appropriate for a lawyer to provide an evaluation of a legal matter to a third party?

Question 29: What is the lawyer’s duty when they know that a fellow lawyer is practicing law while physically or mentally impaired?

Question 30: Is it ethical for a lawyer to make substantial political contributions to judges with the expectation of influencing their outcomes?

Question 31: When may a lawyer provide financial assistance to a client in connection with pending or contemplated litigation?

Question 32: What is a lawyer's duty in terms of training and supervising non-lawyer assistants?

Question 33: What is a lawyer's duty when participating in the improvement of the law, the legal system, or the legal profession?

Question 34: Can a lawyer suggest that they have the ability to influence improperly or upon irrelevant grounds any tribunal, legislative body, or public official?

Question 35: How should a lawyer respond if they know that evidence beneficial to their client is being intentionally concealed by the opposing party?

Question 36: What duty does a lawyer have when making public statements about the integrity of judges or public legal officials?

Question 37: Can a lawyer knowingly make a false public statement about another lawyer?

Question 38: What is a lawyer's ethical obligation if they discover that a tribunal's decision is based on false evidence presented by their client?

Question 39: Can a lawyer help draft legislation while also representing clients who might be affected by it?

Question 40: Is a lawyer allowed to publicly criticize a tribunal's ruling or procedure?

Question 41: What should a lawyer do if they find out that their colleague is breaching a significant ethical duty?

Question 42: Can a lawyer serve as a director or officer of a legal services organization?

Question 43: What is the lawyer's responsibility regarding the confidentiality of proprietary or sensitive public information obtained during representation?

Question 44: What is the appropriate action for a lawyer who is asked to assist in a matter involving discriminatory policies?

Question 45: When is a lawyer allowed to engage in ex parte communications with judges or court officials?

Question 46: What should a lawyer do upon learning that their client has lied on the stand?

Question 47: What duty does a lawyer have to report the professional misconduct of public officials?

Question 48: What should a lawyer do if they are asked to engage in a public service that conflicts with a client’s interest?

Question 49: What should a lawyer do if they know their client intends to commit a crime that could cause substantial financial injury to another?

Question 50: What is the lawyer's duty regarding the unauthorized practice of law by non-lawyers?

Question 51: Under what conditions can a lawyer serve as both an advocate in a trial and a necessary witness in the same case?

Question 52: Can a lawyer make a public statement that might have a significant likelihood of materially prejudicing a proceeding?

Question 53: What is required of a lawyer who wants to withdraw from representing a client in a matter before a tribunal?

Question 54: What is a lawyer's duty when facing a law or precedent that they believe is unjust?

Question 55: How should a lawyer handle a situation where a client admits to past criminal behavior?

Question 56: What duty does a lawyer have to provide legal services to those unable to pay?

Question 57: What is the responsibility of a lawyer who discovers that their representation will lead to a violation of the law or legal ethics?

Question 58: How should a lawyer handle a client's funds that are in dispute?

Question 59: What action should a lawyer take if they are aware of a serious lapse in the ethical standards of a judge?

Question 60: Can a lawyer advise a client to engage in conduct that will trigger an investigation by the authorities?

Question 61: What is a lawyer's duty concerning communication with an unrepresented person?

Question 62: Can a lawyer publicly claim that they can achieve a specific legal outcome due to past successes?

Question 63: In what situation is a lawyer allowed to accept a case that could result in a conflict of interest?

Question 64: What is a lawyer's ethical duty if their public service role conflicts with a personal interest?

Question 65: What should a lawyer do if they know their client will use the lawyer's services to perpetrate a fraud?

Question 66: When is a lawyer required to disclose information from client representation?

Question 67: What duty does a lawyer have regarding legal reform activities that could benefit the public and harm a client's interests?

Question 68: Is a lawyer permitted to pay a witness for their testimony?

Question 69: What is a lawyer's duty if asked to participate in a deceptive practice that benefits the client?

Question 70: Can a lawyer use information obtained during representation of a former client to the disadvantage of that client?

Question 71: What should a lawyer do if they unintentionally come into possession of privileged information belonging to an opposing party?

Question 72: What is a lawyer's duty regarding the truthfulness of statements to others during the course of representation?

Question 73: What is a lawyer’s duty when they receive incriminating evidence against their own client by mistake?

Question 74: Can a lawyer serve on a governmental advisory board while representing clients in matters that might be influenced by the board's decisions?

Question 75: What is a lawyer’s duty in relation to pro bono work?

Question 76: How should a lawyer handle a situation where opposing counsel is making false statements in court?

Question 77: Can a lawyer endorse a political candidate?

Question 78: What should a lawyer do if they are asked to prepare a will they believe will be contested?

Question 79: What action should a lawyer take if they discover that their client has attempted to bribe a judge?

Question 80: What is a lawyer’s responsibility if they are aware that their client plans to commit an act that could cause imminent harm to others?

Question 81: What is a lawyer's duty if they become aware of misleading statements in a client's advertising material?

Question 82: Can a lawyer participate in a public protest against unjust laws?

Question 83: What should a lawyer do if a client intends to use confidential information to commit a fraud on a third party?

Question 84: Under what circumstance can a lawyer testify on behalf of a client in a case they are representing?

Question 85: What is the appropriate response if a lawyer knows another lawyer has violated the Rules of Professional Conduct?

Question 86: In what situations can a lawyer disclose information obtained during a public service role?

Question 87: What should a lawyer do if a current client expresses intent to harm another person?

Question 88: Is it permissible for a lawyer to highlight their past successes in advertisements?

Question 89: What is a lawyer's duty regarding client confidentiality if the client reveals a plan to commit a serious future crime?

Question 90: Can a lawyer communicate with the jurors after the discharge of the jury?

Question 91: What is the appropriate action if a lawyer discovers that their client has provided false evidence to the tribunal?

Question 92: What should a lawyer do if they encounter a situation where upholding justice conflicts with the duty of loyalty to a client?

Question 93: Can a lawyer serve on a bar association committee while representing clients whose interests might be affected by the committee's work?

Question 94: What is a lawyer's duty when they know another lawyer has committed a material breach of professional ethics?

Question 95: What is a lawyer’s obligation when representing a client in front of a tribunal?

Question 96: Under what circumstances can a lawyer refuse to offer evidence that they reasonably believe is false?

Question 97: What is a lawyer's duty when they become aware of a client's past illegal act that has not been disclosed to authorities?

Question 98: Under what circumstances is a lawyer allowed to disclose a client's confidential information?

Question 99: How should a lawyer react if they find out that their advertising materials contain misleading information?

Question 100: What should a lawyer do if they learn that opposing counsel is not disclosing required information during discovery?

Question 101: Is it permissible for a lawyer to participate in community and public service activities?

Question 102: Under what conditions can a lawyer decline representation in a court-appointed case?

Question 103: Can a lawyer make a public statement that the legal system is corrupt?

Question 104: What is a lawyer's duty when they are aware of another lawyer's incompetence affecting a client's case?

Question 105: What must a lawyer do if they know that a client has lied in a deposition?

Question 106: Under what circumstances can a lawyer refuse a court-appointed client?

Question 107: What is a lawyer’s duty when they receive confidential information from an opposing party by mistake?

Question 108: What should a lawyer do when faced with a conflict of interest between two current clients?

Question 109: Is it permissible for a lawyer to make a donation to a judge's campaign?

Question 110: What is the appropriate response if a lawyer discovers that a judge has a significant personal bias in a case?

Question 111: Can a lawyer use public office to influence personal legal matters?

Question 112: What should a lawyer do if they witness another lawyer making intentionally false statements in court?

Question 113: What is a lawyer's duty when they know their client intends to destroy evidence relevant to a case?

Question 114: Can a lawyer participate in political activities while maintaining their legal practice?

Question 115: What should a lawyer do if they find that another lawyer has improperly communicated with a juror?

Question 116: Is a lawyer permitted to accept gifts from clients?

Question 117: What is a lawyer's duty if they learn their client has committed fraud during the course of representation?

Question 118: How should a lawyer handle a situation where a court order enforces an unethical action?

Question 119: When is it appropriate for a lawyer to speak to the media about an ongoing case?

Question 120: What should a lawyer do if approached by a non-client seeking advice while the lawyer is representing an adverse party in a matter?

Question 121: What is a lawyer's duty if they discover that a non-lawyer assistant is engaging in the unauthorized practice of law?

Question 122: How should a lawyer act if they are aware that a colleague is making false statements in communications with others?

Question 123: Can a lawyer provide legal advice in a jurisdiction where they are not licensed?

Question 124: What should a lawyer do if they know that evidence has been illegally obtained by their client?

Question 125: What action should a lawyer take if they believe a legal precedent is unjust?

Question 126: Is it permissible for a lawyer to communicate directly with a represented party about the subject of representation?

Question 127: What is the appropriate response if a lawyer is asked to assist in conduct that they know is fraudulent?

Question 128: Can a lawyer engage in conduct involving dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation?

Question 129: What should a lawyer do if they are aware that a client intends to commit perjury during a trial?

Question 130: What is a lawyer's duty if they discover that a partner in their law firm has embezzled client funds?

Question 131: Can a lawyer participate in a strike against the court system to protest inadequate legal aid funding?

Question 132: What is the responsibility of a lawyer supervising non-lawyer staff who engage in misconduct?

Question 133: What should a lawyer do if they are representing a client in a legislative matter and the proposed legislation conflicts with their own personal beliefs?

Question 134: Can a lawyer threaten criminal charges to gain an advantage in a civil matter?

Question 135: What should a lawyer do if they accidentally receive privileged documents from the opposing party?

Question 136: What is a lawyer's duty with respect to reporting the professional misconduct of a judge?

Question 137: What must a lawyer do if they know their client is planning to engage in conduct that is illegal and likely to cause substantial harm?

Question 138: What is a lawyer's duty when they discover a juror is being improperly influenced?

Question 139: Can a lawyer advocate for law reform that might lead to material financial gain for one of their clients?

Question 140: What should a lawyer do if they discover an error made by the court in a client's favor during a trial?

Question 141: What is a lawyer's obligation when serving in a public service role if they face a conflict of interest with their private practice?

Question 142: Can a lawyer reveal confidential information to protect their own legal interests?

Question 143: What action should a lawyer take if they suspect a colleague is engaging in the unauthorized practice of law?

Question 144: What is the lawyer's duty when they know that public statements they have made about a case are likely to prejudice the court proceeding?

Question 145: What should a lawyer do if they are aware of another lawyer making false claims about their qualifications?

Question 146: Under what circumstances can a lawyer refuse to provide pro bono legal services?

Question 147: Can a lawyer assist in creating legislation that benefits a present client?

Question 148: What action should a lawyer take if they know a judge has a clear conflict of interest in a case they are presiding over?

Question 149: Can a lawyer engage in political activities while holding a judicial position?

Question 150: What is a lawyer's duty if they learn their client has new evidence that can exonerate an innocent person currently in prison?

Question 151: What is a lawyer's responsibility if their public statements about a case could potentially prejudice an ongoing legal proceeding?

Question 152: When can a lawyer disclose confidential client information to protect their own legal interests?