Difference between revisions of "Relationship between Defense Lawyer and Defendant"
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== Relationship between defense lawyer and defendant == | == Relationship between defense lawyer and defendant == | ||
− | ===Formation of Attorney | + | ===Formation of Attorney-Client Relationship=== |
The attorney/client relationship is formed when the defendant seeks advice or assistance from the defense lawyer; the advice sought is within the defense lawyer's professional competence; the defense lawyer agrees to render such assistance; and, it is reasonable for the defendant to believe the defense lawyer is representing him. It is important to understand when the attorney/client relationship begins because this will determine which communications are protected by the attorney/client privilege. | The attorney/client relationship is formed when the defendant seeks advice or assistance from the defense lawyer; the advice sought is within the defense lawyer's professional competence; the defense lawyer agrees to render such assistance; and, it is reasonable for the defendant to believe the defense lawyer is representing him. It is important to understand when the attorney/client relationship begins because this will determine which communications are protected by the attorney/client privilege. |