American Bar Association Model Rules of Professional Conduct

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Preamble and Scope

Rules

Client-Lawyer Relationship

Counselor

Advocate

Transactions with Persons Other Than Clients

  • Rule 4.1 Truthfulness in Statements to Others
  • Rule 4.2 Communication with Person Represented by Counsel
  • Rule 4.3 Dealing with Unrepresented Person
  • Rule 4.4 Respect for Rights of Third Persons

Law Firms and Associations

  • Rule 5.1 Responsibilities of a Partner or Supervisory Lawyer
  • Rule 5.2 Responsibilities of a Subordinate Lawyer
  • Rule 5.3 Responsibilities Regarding Nonlawyer Assistant
  • Rule 5.4 Professional Independence of a Lawyer
  • Rule 5.5 Unauthorized Practice of Law; Multijurisdictional Practiceof Law
  • Rule 5.6 Restrictions on Rights to Practice
  • Rule 5.7 Responsibilities Regarding Law-related Services

Public Service

  • Rule 6.1 Voluntary Pro Bono Publico Service
  • Rule 6.2 Accepting Appointments
  • Rule 6.3 Membership in Legal Services Organization
  • Rule 6.4 Law Reform Activities Affecting Client Interests
  • Rule 6.5 Nonprofit and Court Annexed Limited Legal Services Programs

Information About Legal Services

  • Rule 7.1 Communication Concerning a Lawyer's Services
  • Rule 7.2 Advertising
  • Rule 7.3 Direct Contact with Prospective Clients
  • Rule 7.4 Communication of Fields of Practice and Specialization
  • Rule 7.5 Firm Names and Letterhead
  • Rule 7.6 Political Contributions to Obtain Legal Engagements or Appointments by Judges

Maintaining the Integrity of the Profession



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