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When there is no longer a dispute about an attorneys fees, what must happen to funds still held in the trust account?
Under Rule 1.15(d), once there is no dispute as to where funds go, undisputed funds or property that...
What must a lawyer do if some of the property or funds they possess are in dispute with a client?
Under 1.15(e), if the lawyer is in possession of funds or other property to which the lawyer or a th...
What is a lawyer's Duty to Keep Client Property and Records?
Under Rule 1.15, a lawyer must hold property of clients or third persons separate from the lawyer's...
In California, can an attorney hold a client's materials hostage as leverage to get paid?
No.
In California, how long must a lawyer preserve records of client funds or other property?
In California, a lawyer must preserve records of client funds or other property for 5 years after th...
