Ethics

More Tools to Help Avoid an Ethics Complaint in Georgia

In the last truly substantive post from us, Bill shared more tips on how to avoid an ethics complaint in Georgia.  He wisely advised Georgia lawyers to make sure they use written representation agreements, close out client matters with a high degree of formality, and to make absolutely sure they set up and maintain their… Continue reading More Tools to Help Avoid an Ethics Complaint in Georgia

Ethics

How to Avoid Ethics Complaints in Georgia

Ethics complaints (grievances in the vernacular of the Georgia Rules of Professional Conduct) are at best time consuming and stressful, and at worst can result in a reprimand, suspension or disbarment, permanently part of your publically accessible record.  Nobody wants that, but is it avoidable?  Yes.  Most lawyers go their entire careers without a grievance. … Continue reading How to Avoid Ethics Complaints in Georgia