Legal Question in Legal Ethics in New York
clients issues
Can a client actually tell his lawyer not to speak to the opposing lawyer regarding the issues in re-solving the ongoing confrontation
Asked on 11/03/08, 9:09 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Markowitz
Michael A. Markowitz, PC
Re: clients issues
A client can tell his lawyer anything he wants. However, when it comes to facts, money or disposition of the case, usually the client has the final word. A lawyer cannot settle a case without client consent.
When it comes to legal strategy, how a case is presented in court, or ethical considerations in court, usually the lawyer has the final word. A lawyer cannot ask for testimony he or she knows is false.
Mike.
Answered on 11/04/08, 8:07 am
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