Bar Exam Updates: The Move Towards Online Testing
Florida, California, and most recently, New York, have announced that they will be administering online bar exams. Testing
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Formal Opinion 493: More Guidance on Harassment and Discriminatory Misconduct
In formal opinion 493, the ABA offers guidance on Model Rule 8.4(g)’s purpose, scope, and application. Guidance
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PREP CLE Trainings Go Virtual
With the threat of the pandemic, the PREP team has seamlessly transitioned into presenting virtual CLE trainings delivered via Zoom.
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Judges Responding to Criticism: An Amendment to the California Code of Judicial Ethics
A recent amendment to the California Code of Judicial Ethics paves the way for a judge, who is running for reelection or defending a recall campaign, to respond to criticism about his or her decisions. Judges
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Prospective Clients and Potential Conflicts
In formal opinion 492, the ABA cautions lawyers about what is said during initial consultations with prospective clients, how this information could potentially lead to disqualification in a new matter, and how to mitigate this risk.
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