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What Happens if a Lawyer Violates Conflict of Interest Rules?

WHAT HAPPENS IF A LAWYER BREAKS THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST RULES? Lawyers have a duty to identify conflicts of interest and handle them properly. If a California lawyer breaks the conflict of interest rules, (s)he may be subject to: disqualification/an order to recuse himself or herself from representing the relevant client in some cases,… Read More »