Under the Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility, a paralegal must NOT _______________________________.
Explanation
Answer: B - Engage in conduct that would involve a supervising or employing attorney in a violation of professional ethics. “A paralegal must not . . . engage in any conduct or take any action which would assist or involve the attorney in a violation of professional ethics or give the appearance of professional impropriety.” NALA Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility, Canon 3(c). Answers A, C, and D are all incorrect choices because the activities or functions described are all permitted or required. NALA Model Standards and Guidelines for Utilization of Paralegals, Guideline 5; NALA Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility, Canon 6.
