Paralegal

Category - Ethics

A lawyer accepts a case representing a juvenile who was arrested for spray painting graffiti. Can the lawyer accept the case if the lawyer’s fee will be paid by the juvenile’s father?
  1. Yes, if the client’s information remains confidential.
  2. Yes, if the father does not interfere with the lawyer’s independent professional judgment.
  3. Both of the above.
  4. Neither of the above.
Explanation
Answer: C - Both of the above. “A lawyer shall not accept compensation for representing a client from one other than the client unless: (1) the client gives informed consent; (2) there is no interference with the lawyer’s independence of professional judgment or with the client-attorney relationship; and (3) information relating to the representation of a client is protected as required by [the rule on confidentiality].” Model Rule 1.8(f). Answer C is the best choice because the rule includes both of requirements stated in Answers A and B.
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