Relationships can lead consequences - especially for lawyers.

We live in a world built on relationships (both good and bad), and from friends to colleagues, adversaries to judges, and clients to strangers or members of the general public, we form unique bonds based on the circumstances surrounding the relationships we have. While we usually communicate effortlessly without needing to be overly guarded or a great deal of thought, every interaction we have, every relationship we forge, and every communication we engage in is governed by the Rules of Professional Conduct. Each relationship matters to the RPC’s.

Don’t Get Caught by the Unexpected

This brand-new, thought-provoking ethics program will provide you with the roadmap you need to successfully identify and navigate the “landmines” most common (and often unexpected) issues that emerge surrounding relationships of all kinds. Our expert panel will identify a few common relationship issues (conflicts of interest, ex-parte communication, romantic relationships with clients, etc.) as well as not-so-obvious relationship issues like taking a business interest in a client’s company or establishing an attorney/client relationship when you thought you were only giving someone informal, friendly advice. You’ll also get advice concerning social media, and how certain benign seeming relationships and posts can lead to big trouble.

This practical professionalism seminar is presented by seasoned attorneys with years of experience as professionals with the Office of Attorney Ethics, members of ethics committees, and attorneys who defend lawyers accused of ethics violations.

Speakers:
Carol Johnston, Esq., Secretary, Advisory Committee on Professional Ethics, the Committee on Attorney Advertising, and the Committee on the Unauthorized Practice of Law
Natalie S. Watson, Esq., McCarter & English LLP
Barry J. Muller, Esq., Member, New Jersey Supreme Court Civil Practice Committee, Fox Rothschild LLP

Please note there is a cost to attend. CLE credit available.