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Paralegal

Category - Ethics

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Under the Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility, which of the following is NOT prohibited conduct?
  1. Set fees for the representation of a client.
  2. Involve an attorney in a violation of professional ethics
  3. Encourage the unauthorized practice of law.
  4. Have direct contact with a client.
  5. Give legal opinions or advice.
  6. Perform legal research and draft legal documents under supervision of a lawyer.
  7. Engage in conduct that would give an appearance of professional impropriety.
  8. Engage in the unauthorized practice of law.
Explanation
Answer: B - Perform legal research and draft legal documents under supervision of a lawyer. Among other things, a paralegal must not engage in or encourage the unauthorized practice of law; give legal opinions or advice; or involve an attorney in a violation of professional ethics or give the appearance of professional impropriety. NALA Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility, Canon 3. Answer B is correct because it is not included in the list of conduct that is prohibited to paralegals.
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