Ethical Concerns When Working With Clients With Diminished Capacity

The attorney-client relationship is an important aspect of being a lawyer, but what happens when your client appears to have diminished capacity and is unable to make reasonable decisions regarding their situation due to dementia or mental illness?

Join us for this in-depth look at the ethical issues to consider when representing older clients, including: the Rules of Professional Conduct and your duty when representing this type of client; the do’s and don’ts when working with the client’s agents and family members; and when (and what) protective action can be taken for a client with limited mental ability.

Live Webcast
Thursday, June 13, 2024
1:30 – 2:35 p.m

1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0* hour Professional Responsibility MCLE credit in the following category: Mental Health and Substance Abuse credit

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Posted on May 22, 2024 by Celeste Antoinette Niemann
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