“Jones Day Disqualified as Bankruptcy Counsel to R.T. Vanderbilt Unit Before Asbestos Trial” —
- “A bankruptcy judge disqualified law firm Jones Day from representing an R.T. Vanderbilt Holding unit in its attempt to use chapter 11 to resolve
The Bressler Risk Blog is a publication that focuses on legal ethics, conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and risk management issues within the legal profession. It covers case law developments, court decisions, and regulatory updates related to attorney conduct, law firm conflicts, and client confidentiality. The blog also addresses emerging challenges such as the impact of technology on legal practice, including risks associated with deepfake evidence and law firm managed service organizations. It provides analysis relevant to law firms, legal practitioners, and those interested in professional responsibility and legal risk mitigation.
“Jones Day Disqualified as Bankruptcy Counsel to R.T. Vanderbilt Unit Before Asbestos Trial” —
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David Kluft asks: “Must a judge’s clerks, like Caesar’s Wife, be above suspicion?”
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“Your Client Is Talking to ChatGPT About Their Case. After ‘Heppner,’ That’s a Discovery Problem.” —
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This week, I’m pleased to highlight an open role at Hinckley Allen: “Senior Conflicts Analyst.” The job description is available on their careers page, with candidates directed to apply directly on their job site.
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“Judges Overseeing Landmark Oil Cases Have Financial Stakes in Oil Companies” —
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More on AI use and privilege from David Kluft: “Can a pro se party’s AI use be protected by the work product doctrine?” —
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This week, I’m pleased to highlight an open role at Bond: “New Business Intake Manager” —
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“Outside Counsel Guidelines: Power, Ideology, And The Evolution Of The Corporate Bar” —
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“Arizona Law Firm Severs Back Office for $125 Million Investment” —
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David Kluft asks: “Can I get an advisory ruling from the court on whether hiring a new associate will create a conflict of interest?” —
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