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Jul 9, 2018legal ethicscode of professional responsibilityadministrative lawlawyer disciplinerule 8.01
Ethical Boundaries: Upholding Respect and Dignity in Legal Advocacy
The Supreme Court reminds lawyers that even forceful arguments must remain respectful, citing Rule 8.01 of the CPR.
Aug 8, 2016legal ethicscode of professional responsibilitylawyer disciplineabusive languagedemand lettersupreme court
Ethical Boundaries: Lawyers' Duty to Avoid Abusive Language in Professional Dealings
The Supreme Court reminds lawyers that demand letters must remain respectful, not abusive or defamatory, under Rule 8.01 of the CPR.
Aug 8, 2016legal ethicscode of professional responsibilityadministrative liabilitylawyer disciplinesupreme court
Lawyer Suspended for Abusive Language in Demand Letter: A Lesson in Professional Conduct
The Supreme Court suspends a lawyer for using abusive, offensive language in a demand letter, reaffirming Rule 8.01 of the CPR.