Topic
Client Confidentiality
117 published works
Dear Ethics Lawyer
February 2, 2026 Issue – Post-Withdrawal Duties
Q: Dear Ethics Lawyer, We represented a difficult client in a litigation matter for a little over a year until it became apparent that they were not being truthful with…
Bressler Risk Blog
Client Files and Conflicts — Potential Conflict Results in Co-conspirators’ Counsel DQ, New ABA Opinion on Duty to Share Information with Former Clients
By Dan Bressler
“ABA Clarifies Lawyers’ Duty to Share Information With Former Clients” — “The American Bar Association has issued new guidance clarifying that lawyers may be ethically required to provide former clients…
Bressler Risk Blog
Conflicts, Clients, and Confidentiality Concerns — Attorney General-Client Conflict Concern, AI Note Taking Client Confidentiality Risks, Attorney Advertising Website Client Confidentiality Compliance Warning, Law Firm Data Breach Brings Continuing Ripples and Repercussions
By Dan Bressler
“Goldman Sachs Says Some Clients’ Data May Have Been Exposed in Law Firm Data Breach” — “Goldman Sachs Group Inc. warned investors in some of its alternative investment funds that…
Dear Ethics Lawyer
January 2, 2026 Issue – Using AI to Summarize Client Video Meetings
Q: Dear Ethics Lawyer, I am a terrible notetaker, especially in video calls with clients as I concentrate on the conversation rather than what I am noting. I understand that…
Horizons
Unauthorized AI in law firms: the silent threat to client trust
By Colin McKee
How secure, stateless timekeeping tech restores control and compliance Your associates are already using AI. The question isn’t whether artificial intelligence has arrived at your firm – it’s whether you…
Texas Bar Blog
Ethical AI integration for Texas attorneys: a practical guide to confidentiality, data privacy, and export controls
By Bamdad Shams
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Attorneys should consult the relevant rules and seek specific guidance as needed. The rapid adoption of…
Dear Ethics Lawyer
July 1, 2025 Issue – Lawyer Reporting Crime by Client
Q: Dear Ethics Lawyer, Our firm undertook a high-level collection action on a contingent fee basis for a foreign client that we understood to be a lender. The scope of…
Legal Profession Blog
Confidentiality Exception Does Not Allow Disclosure
The Washington State Court of Appeals Division Three has held that a defendant in a legal malpractice is precluded from disclosing client confidential information The Estate of Bert Stennes (Estate) filed…
Case Status Blog
Enhancing Client Communication Security in Legal Practice
By Paul Bamert
Check out the full white paper here.In today's digital-first legal landscape, most law firms still rely on outdated methods like email and SMS texting to communicate with clients. While these…
Knovos Blog
Understanding the Digital Rights Management (DRM) Workflow: from Encryption to Access Control
In today’s digital-first world, the ease of file sharing has introduced unprecedented challenges to maintaining information security and client confidentiality. Consider a legal firm finalizing a critical case strategy, only…