Professional responsibility in litigation

Abstract

Understanding conflicts of interest -- Pre-suit investigation and the pursuit of frivolous claims -- Surreptitious investigations and discovery -- Compensating fact witnesses -- Ex Parte communications : critical concerns for lawyers -- Social media and professional responsibility -- Accidental and impromptu clients -- Civility and saber-rattling -- Candor to the tribunal -- False testimony by clients and witnesses -- Lawyers as witnesses -- Professional responsibility and liability in negotiations -- Ethics on appeal.