Bressler Risk Blog

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.

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“9th Circuit Clears Firm in Arbitration Disclosure Lawsuit” —

  • “Defendants’ counsel in a privately mediated child custody dispute had no duty to disclose to a plaintiff that they retained and appeared before the same mediator in other matters,

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“Canada’s Revised AML Framework: Sweeping Penalties And Compliance Requirements” —

  • “Having received royal assent on March 26, 2026, Bill C‑12, the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act, has significantly reshaped Canada’s anti‑money laundering (‘AML’) landscape. The bill

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