(1) the representation of 1 client will be directly adverse to another client; or Not all conflicts are fatal though: some (but not all) can be waived if the lawyer notifies both clients of the conflict and the clients agree to work with the lawyer anyway. Party: Defendants The Montebello Unified School District and The Montebello Unified School District Board of Education 2d 37 (Fla. 1st DCA 1997), Hubbard v Hubbard, 233 So.2d 150 (Fla. 4th DCA 1970), Scott v State, 717 So. at 1358. and consolidated case, 0000006123 00000 n As with the substantial relationship test, whether an attorneys playbook knowledge is sufficient for disqualification is heavily dependent on the facts. Rule 3.840 Fla. R. Crim. Ct. (1997) 60 Cal.App.4th 473, 577-582. 1975) H. F. Ahmanson & Co. v. Salomon Brothers, Inc. (1991) 229 Cal.App.3d 1445, 1454. Before the Court is Defendant's motion to (1) disqualify Plaintiff's counsel, Sandy Feltes, Esq. When a defendant seeks summary judgment, she is often telling the court that the plaintiff has no evidence to present at trial that could support his case. Document Type: Pleading / Motion / Brief. About | Hearings: Hearings aren't required for motions to disqualify counsel After careful consideration of the Motion, supporting and opposing memoranda, and the arguments of counsel, Defendants' Motion is HEREBY GRANTED for the reasons set forth below. 56 0 obj Rule 4-2.2 RRTFB Department 5 Allstate Ins. Courts also appear to distinguish between conflicts based on multiple representations and those based on successive representations. But the main things that attorneys do to avoid disqualification are to strictly follow ethical guidelines about conflicts of interest and to remind clients that litigation can become more costly and complicated than originally anticipated because of motions such as these and to therefore consider settlement. see Abamar Housing v Lisa Duly, 724 So. 50.] MOTION TO DISQUALIFY OR RECUSE TRIAL COURT . 0000001860 00000 n You want to win a lawsuit, but not on the merits, but instead for some procedural and strategic reasons. 0000006483 00000 n 0000003865 00000 n If both prongs of this test are satisfied, access to confidential information by the attorney in the course of the first representation (relevant, by definition, to the second representation) is presumed and disqualification of the attorneys representation of the second client is mandatory. Jun Ki Kim v. True Church Members of Holy Hill Community Church (2015) 236 Cal.App.4th 1435, 1454. %PDF-1.7 % 0000001219 00000 n IV. Livingston v. State, 441 So.2d 1083 (Fla. 1983) A conflict arises when the circumstances of a particular case present a substantial risk that the lawyers representation of the client would be materially and adversely affected by the lawyers own interests or by the lawyers duties to another current client, a former client, or a third person. <>stream endobj 0000007732 00000 n 3d 419 (Fla. 2d DCA 2012), Abamar Housing v Lisa Duly, 724 So. On February 10, 2012, Father filed a motion to disqualify counsel asking the court to disqualify Tyree Harris, Mother's attorney and husband, from representing Mother "in any matter related to the modification of the parties' permanent parenting plan." On March 19, 2012, the trial court entered an order on Father's motion to . There are usually no requirements for the amount of a severance. Some employers are less generous and offer very little. 467 0 obj Rule 1.010 Fla. R. Civ. 0000001868 00000 n Hl[k@+1h3K[v6)BPJ!C{i 3o/!efL#auwfe$bX527{/b2 AY]emzz k"(UFmLhKcEMu?& hj0}M;VoPu C&ouVOb 0000002694 00000 n 0000009145 00000 n <>/Border[0 0 0]/Rect[81.0 617.094 232.788 629.106]/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> 4. 3. 0000004124 00000 n Instead, they only enforce ones with reasonable limits. The affidavits present very different versions of the nature and scope of Weinstein's work on school board cases at Becker, Poliakoff. If your civil opponent has hired an attorney who should not be on the case then file a Motion to Disqualify the attorney. # 5 0000005755 00000 n Courts differ on how they address motions to disqualify, especially because such motions are at times simply a litigation tactic by an opposing party in search of a strategic advantage. Form 1:10: Motion to Recuse/Disqualify Counsel p. 1 William J. Cook and BRC previously represented Plaintiff on a matter that is the same or substantially similar to the matter in the present . equitable in the premises are likewise prayed for. Att'y Gen., 326 NE 2d 334 (Mass. 0000000016 00000 n This Standard Document contains integrated drafting notes with important explanations and tips for drafting the caption, the body of the motion or notice of motion, the signature block, and proof of service. This presumption, if applicable, is conclusive and is thus, by definition, not rebuttable. One way that lawyers can enforce this duty is by asking the court to disqualify another lawyer from representing her client. The far more common motion to disqualify involves a former client, either of the law firm or of an individual attorney (who may have recently joined the firm). How-To: Write a Motion to Disqualify an Attorney I. Definitions Disqualification "the inability to perform some act due to the existence of factors rendering the performance improper or inappropriate. You are switching to another language. 0000004696 00000 n see Morse v Clark, 890 So. Docket Number(s): 3:07-cv-01436. Newer: Comments on Recent Cases: October 2021, Cross-Border Issues in Judgment Enforcement. See Fla. R. Jud. On March 1, 2019, Plaintiff filed an ex parte application to request an evidentiary hearing because the declaration of Dr. Mark Skvarna that was submitted in Plaintiffs ex parte application for a trial continuance may have contained a forged signature and been submitted without his k (1) MOTION TO DISQUALIFY COUNSEL; ", "We are of the opinion that a lawyer represents conflicting interests, within the meaning of the Canon, when it becomes his duty, on behalf of one client, to contend for that which his duty to another client would require him to oppose. Gilbert v. Natl Corp. for Housing Partnerships (1999) 71 Cal.App.4th 1240, 1258, citing Smith, Smith & Kring v. Super. 9 Your credits were successfully purchased. ORDER ON DEFENDANTS' MOTION TO DISQUALIFY COUNSEL Defendants' Motion to Disqualify the Law Firm of Bickel & Brewer and Its Attorneys, Appearing Pro Hac Vice, filed December 4, 2007, after having been fully briefed, is now properly before this Court. First, identify and resolve potential conflicts, including both multiple and successive representations, before undertaking a representation or hiring a lateral. 8 (BRC), as counsel and law firm representing the Defendants, because: 1. Bibliography We have notified your account executive who will contact you shortly. I. Definitions ABC, and DEFs violation of the aforestated rules, their, Jurisprudence provides that the aforesaid rule holds, even if the inconsistency is remote or merely probable or even, if the lawyer has acted in good faith and with no intention to, Plaintiff-movant does not have any malicious intent, to offend their sensibilities in filing this, This motion is being filed, with all due respect to the, counsel for the defendants, solely in the spirit of truth, fairness, and justice and to insure that the laws and jurisprudence legal, defendants and/or any of the heirs of the late ________________, Other reliefs and remedies as may be deemed just and. These are forms that you MAY need to use with the other packets. This is often referred to as playbook knowledgethe attorney knows the clients paths and approaches. 2d (Fla. 1991) see THI Holdings, LLC v Shattuck, 93 So. As the Colorado Supreme Court has noted, [v]iolation of an ethical rule, in itself, is neither a necessary nor a sufficient condition for disqualification, although there typically must be evidence of a violation or potential violation of attorney ethical proscriptions, such as those centered on the duties of loyalty and fairness or those intended to protect the integrity of the process.8 Often, motions to disqualify turn on the risk that a clients former attorney or law firm might be able to use against the client the confidences or secrets gained during the prior representation. II. Contact | startxref Pantori v Stephenson, 384 So. 12. 2.160 (c). 0000001952 00000 n (a) Imputed Disqualification of All Lawyers in Firm. Lee v Florida Department of Insurance, 586 SO.2d 1185 (Fla. 1st DCA 1991) 2d 994 (Fla. 4th DCA 2002), Freeman v Chicago Musical, 689 F. 2d 715 (7th Cir. Admin. 1992)). Id. 0000003824 00000 n 52 0 obj For more information, please consult with an attorney. endobj See Swisher, The Practice and Theory of Lawyer Disqualification, 27 Geo. After having considered the briefs submitted on this Motion, having consulted with the Georgia To avoid conflicts, lawyer at firms normally run a conflict check before taking on a new matter. 0000005378 00000 n Summary judgment motions are difficult to win because, often, plaintiffs in litigation have some evidence. 0000002152 00000 n 81 0 obj Resp. Attorney Generals: Attorney Generals can have a conflict of interest on a case Other Breach of Contract/Warranty (not fraud or negligence) (General Jurisdiction), 1 This is because it must be presumed that a client shared confidences with its attorney pursuant to the attorneyclient relationship.9 Appreciating this distinction is important to successfully making or defeating a motion to disqualify. Attorneys should be aware, however, that clients can make a successful case for disqualifying attorneys who had a greatly invested role with the organizational client or where the playbook knowledge is uniquely and particularly relevant to the new representation. Adams v. Aerojet General Corp. (2001) 86 Cal.App.4th 1324, 1331; In re Marriage of Zimmerman (1993) 16 Cal.App.4th 556, 563564. 48 0 obj <> endobj Instead, Colo. RPC 1.9(a) provides that, [a] lawyer who has formerly represented a client in a matter shall not thereafter represent another person in the same or a substantially related matter in which that persons interests are materially adverse to the interests of the former client unless the former client gives informed consent, confirmed in writing. 12 YI-CHING PAO, an individual, 13 Plaintiff, TENTATIVE RULING RE: MOTION TO DISQUALIFY 14 vs. But even so, a defendant can prevail by explaining that the plaintiffs evidence does not support his case. ABS and DEF failed in this respect as the, records show that they were remiss in their duty to make a full, disclosure of their impending engagement as defendants, counsel to all the Heirs of ______________, and equally secure plaintiffs express written consent, before consummating the same. 3d 419 (Fla. 2d DCA 2012) This is likely because they recognize the tremendous power imbalance between the two parties: insurance companies can write the policies and policyholders have very little say into the terms. Estright v Bay Point, 921 So. A California Rules of Professional Conduct recusal or disqualification is appropriate where there exists a "substantial relationship" between the former and current representations, so as to create at least a potential breach of confidence. Legal Ethics, DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd, 0% found this document useful, Mark this document as useful, 0% found this document not useful, Mark this document as not useful, Save Motion to Disqualify Counsel - Sample For Later, X ---------------------------------------------------x. 0000003812 00000 n Automatic Presumption of Disclosure: Once you consult with an attorney the court's automatically assume you've disclosed privileged information xref There are consolidated actions asserting claims of securities violations with respect to corporate stock. 51 0 obj Hahn Declaration These rules apply to all actions of a civil nature and all special statutory proceedings in the circuit courts and county courts except those to which the Florida Probate Rules, the Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, or the Small Claims Rules apply. 2d 745 (Fla. 4th DCA 2007), Allstate Ins co v Bowne, 817 So. when new changes related to " are available. Dec. 16, 2014) (the court noted that [m]otions to disqualify opposing counsel are viewed with suspicion). 38.10 FS; Typically, a former client seeking to disqualify a former attorney from representing an opposing party must identify specific, cogent information that the attorney possesses and show that the information is confidential and implicates the duty of loyalty. EPA v Pollution Control Bd., 372 NE 2d Nos. 1876), Lee v Florida Department of Insurance, 586 SO.2d 1185 (Fla. 1st DCA 1991), THI Holdings, LLC v Shattuck, 93 So. Att'y Gen., 326 NE 2d 334 (Mass. 0000002252 00000 n Pro Se Filing. <<27B8ED659639B4449D47E3DE1DCEC2A7>]>> Courts often cite this fact when deciding motions to disqualify. Rule 4-1.7(a) RRTFB | Conflict of Interest; Current Clients "We next address the issue of the appropriate standard to apply to determine whether the Schlesinger firm should be disqualified. Discussion For instance, a judge may be disqualified from, Source: Barron's Dictionary of Legal Terms, Steven H. Gifis, 5th Edition; 2016, These rules apply to all actions of a civil nature and all special statutory, (1) the representation of 1 client will be directly adverse to another client; or. 2 Last Updated9/12/2022 Emergency Motion- Defendants' Motion to Disqualify Plaintiffs' Counsel and Law Firm All Defendants ask this Court to disqualify Plaintiffs' counsel and their law firm: 1. The prior decisions of this court do not so hold. (2) there is a substantial risk that the representation of 1 or more clients will be materially limited by the lawyers responsibilities to another client, a former client or a third person or by a personal interest of the lawyer. 0000022455 00000 n ABC and DEFs participation in the settlement, of the estates of ____________, disqualifies them from, representing herein defendants who are among the, beneficiaries of the estate against the interest of herein plaintiff, similarly a beneficiary of the estate. 7. Under the Colorado Rules of Professional Conduct (Colorado Rules or Colo. RCP), an attorney must safeguard client confidences and secrets, subject to a few exceptions. 3d 690 (Fla. 3d DCA 2011), In re yarn Processing Patent Validity, 530 F.2d 83 (5th Cir. 0000000916 00000 n see Sec'y of Admin. File the final version in court 0000003917 00000 n 0000002381 00000 n All rights reserved. endobj Co. v. Employers Ins. In 2009, Epic settled its claims against Ali 5 Corporation. Under the present rule, if a party is willing to accept less effective counsel because of the attorneys testifying, neither his opponent nor the trial court should be able to deny this choice to the party without a convincing demonstration of detriment to the opponent or injury to the integrity of the judicial process. Reynolds v. Super. 2 Plaintiff were Richard Lesser, Esq., and Michelle Nelson Bass, Esq. Ct., 719 P.2d 699, 704 (Colo. 1986). <> <<329FC6C22BACB2110A0030BBE330FF7F>]/Prev 482690>> Attempting to defeat the motion without advising the client is not an acceptable solution. By far the majority of successful motions to disqualify are brought on the basis of a conflict of interest with a former or concurrent client or imputation, but attorneys should also be aware that successful motions to disqualify have been brought on the following bases, among others: (1) lawyer as witness, (2) appearance of impropriety, (3) receipt of confidential data, (4) personal interest, (5) violation of the no contact rules, and (6) misconduct with a witness. see Lansing v Lansing, 784 So.2d 1254 (Fla. 5th DCA 2001) 0000003909 00000 n In addition, if the motion is made by a former client, attorneys should consider providing notice of a potential circumstance to their legal malpractice insurer. 6. For example, many law firms exclusively represent large corporate defendants or individual employee plaintiffs so they are less likely to be prohibited from representing similar clients in the future. Rule 4-1.9 RRTFB J. But at an initial stage, courts may decline to decide how to interpret an agreement. If you are not already a client of Dentons, please do not send us any confidential information. Home 0000021736 00000 n 1977) see Hubbard v Hubbard, 233 So.2d 150 (Fla. 4th DCA 1970) 0000005520 00000 n A motion to disqualify must be in writing and "specifically allege the facts and reasons" relied on to show the basis for disqualification. It should be used in conjunction with. <> trailer xref Rule 4-1.8(a) RRTFB | Other Transactions 2d 37 (Fla. 1st DCA 1997) 2 Partially Granted | Duval | 2013 | Attorney Filing | Whistleblower Case; Trayvon Martin Fallout; Advocate and Witness; People v. Harlan, 54 P.3d 871, 877 (Colo. 2002). 1977), Sec'y of Admin. Additional Notes These rules shall be known as the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure and abbreviated as Fla.R.Civ.P. by clicking the Inbox on the top right hand corner. 0000002383 00000 n P.. 8}(D|Qb|-ZdyTpbp &^gwa]\}/! 9yyy' ` PLAINTIFF'S MOTION TO DISQUALIFY COUNSEL Plaintiffmoves to disqualify Ryan Christopher Rodems, and Barker, Rodems & Cook, P.A. Plaintiff Julie Pavlina San Giorgio (Julie) has filed a motion to disqualify the firm of Farella Braun & Martel (Farella), counsel for Defendant and Cross-complainant Stephen Pavlina, Jr. (Stephen).1 "In Florida, there are four separate expressions concerning the disqualification of trial judges, which are set forth in: (1) The Code of Judicial Conduct Canon 3-C; (2) section 38.10, Florida Statutes (1981); (3) Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.230, which was adopted verbatim by this Court from a former statute, section 911.01, Florida Statutes (1967); and (4) Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.432." 0000005973 00000 n endobj P. | Scope and Title of Rules 38.10 FS One party may insist that the court bar the lawyer from representing another party through a motion to disqualify. 2d 1035 (Fla. 4th DCA 1994), Connecticut Commission v Connecticut Freedom of Information, 387 A.2d 533 (Conn. 1978), Feeney v Commonwealth, 366 NE 2d 1262 (Mass. For instance, a judge may be disqualified from hearing a particular case because of having previously represented one of the parties involved." see Kusch v Ballard, 645 So. 2023 - TBD Corporation. This is true, even if you challenge a lawsuit on the grounds of the statute of limitations or similar defenses. [ECF No. Biocore, 181 F.R.D. 0 <>/Border[0 0 0]/Rect[342.312 97.537 395.76 105.545]/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> A client deprived of the attorney of his choice suffers a particularly heavy penalty where, as appears to be the case here, his attorney is highly skilled in the relevant area of the law. Gregori v. Bank of America ((1989) 207 Cal.App.3d 300. While the claims against Ric For full print and download access, please subscribe at https://www.trellis.law/. see Feeney v Commonwealth, 366 NE 2d 1262 (Mass. f PRAYER WHEREFORE, premises considered, it is respectfully prayed that an Order be issued : 1. Conflict violations are not always the focal point for resolution of a motion to disqualify. Courts also appear to distinguish between conflicts based on multiple representations and those based on successive representations.5 After all, parties filing disqualification motions based on multiple representation conflicts are typically strangers to the attorneyclient relationship. Trautman v General Motors, 426 So.2d 1183 (Fla. 5th DCA 1983) Dec. 10, 2014) (order disqualifying Jones Day), assets.law360news.com/ 0606000/606910/Celgard-LGC%20Order%20disqualifying%20 Jones%20Day.pdf. Attorney McShane is also a Plaintiff. Petrey Wholesale, Inc.s notice of joinder in the motion to disqualify is GRANTED as timely. In assessing motions to disqualify based on conflicts, Colorado courts also consider (1) a client's preference for a particular counsel, (2) the client's right to confidentiality in communications with his or her attorney, (3) the integrity of the judicial process, and (4) the nature of the particular conflict of interest involved.10 Below are 2d 908 (Fla. 1998) of Regents of State of Kan., 568 F.Supp. Hukill, Mr. Williams's trial counsel, filed a Motion for New Trial, and alleged that the State had not complied with its constitutional obligation when it failed to disclose any Brady evidence to Mr. Williams prior to or during the trial (Jason Williams's Reporter Record (RR), Vol. 293 (quoting People ex rel. "We are of the opinion that a lawyer represents conflicting interests, within the meaning of the Canon, when it becomes his duty, on behalf of one client, to contend for that which his duty to another client would require him to oppose." Rule 4-1.7(a) RRTFB | Conflict of Interest; Current Clients Counsel for Appellants in Case Nos. Oral argument is not necessary. Motion to Disqualify Counsel (1) the representation of 1 client will be directly adverse to another client; or Download as many sample documents as you'd like endstream (Lead Case; Consolidated Action), Jeffrey Mitchell vs Stratus Media Group Inc et al, CLEVE PELL VS THE MONTEBELLO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT ET AL. Attorney Advertising. Canon 3-C, Florida Code of Judicial Conduct, Allied Signal Recovery v Allied Signal, 934 So.2d 675 (Fla. 2d DCA 2006), Fleitman v McPherson, 691 So. <>/Border[0 0 0]/Rect[81.0 144.1365 255.384 153.1455]/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> 0000001005 00000 n Dec. 18, 2014) (denying motion for summary judgment on issue of whether Hunton & Williams should be disqualified in underlying arbitration), assets.law360news.com/ 0580000/580691/Memorandum%20and%20Order.pdf; Defendant and Counterclaimant Tate & Lyle Ingredients Americas LLCs Notice of Motion and Motion to Disqualify Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP; Memorandum of Points and Authorities in Support Thereof, Western Sugar Coop. for an impermissible conflict of interest. Second, take effective steps to mitigate, if not eliminate, risks that a former clients confidences and secrets might be accessible to attorneys working on a matter involving the former client. Freeman v Chicago Musical, 689 F. 2d 715 (7th Cir. School Board of Broward County v. Polera Building Corp., 722 So.2d 971 (Fla. 4th DCA 1999) 0000013798 00000 n see Solomon v Dickison, 916 So.2d 943 (Fla. 1st DCA 2005) 0000027807 00000 n Even when a lawyer does not represent two conflicting clients, she still may be subject to disqualification. This motion is being filed, with all due respect to the counsel for the defendants, solely in the spirit of truth, fairness and justice and to insure that the laws and jurisprudence legal ethics are duly complied with by all parties concerned. 2d (Fla. 1991) In School Board of Broward County v. Polera Building Corp., 722 So.2d 971 (Fla. 4th DCA 1999), we did not hold that an evidentiary hearing is required in every case. 48 22 RWJ ADVANCED MARKETING, LLC ET AL. )*SLGy.S.7JWH7?o&Vapxru@+d.qa8 -]|fjA?enbTE2n% eLIJ+ciE2 2. startxref DCH Health Services Corp. v. Waite (2002) 95 Cal.App.4th 829, 832. 0000003370 00000 n 3d 690 (Fla. 3d DCA 2011) Advocate vs Witness: These appellate decisions delve into the juxtaposition of an attorney being an Advocate versus being a Witness 0000008453 00000 n The general contractor cites to cases in which the disqualification issue was decided without an evidentiary hearing; however, where material facts are in dispute, an evidentiary hearing is required." Rule 4-1.10(a) RRTFB | Imputation of Conflicts of Interest; General Rule 231 12 By far the majority of successful motions to disqualify are brought on the basis of a conflict of interest with a former or concurrent client or imputation, but attorneys should also be aware that successful motions to disqualify have been brought on the following bases, among others: (1) lawyer as witness, (2) appearance of impropriety, (3) receipt of confidential data, (4) personal interest, (5) violation of the no contact rules, and (6) misconduct with a witness. Conclusion People v. Nozolino, 298 P.3d 915, 919 (Colo. 2013) (Disqualification of a partys chosen attorney is an extreme remedy and is only appropriate where required to preserve the integrity and fairness of the judicial proceedings.) (citation omitted). How-To: Motion for Sanctions (11(b)) Notice of Joinder 10. 2d 810 (Fla. 1st DCA 2006), School Board of Broward County v. Polera Building Corp., 722 So.2d 971 (Fla. 4th DCA 1999), Plaza Resorts Inc. v. Janus American Group Inc., 811 So.2d 850 (Fla. 4th DCA 2002), Lansing v Lansing, 784 So.2d 1254 (Fla. 5th DCA 2001), Metcalf v Metcalf, 785 So. Absent evidence of actual knowledge of material confidential information, both prongs of the test must be satisfied before a Court applies the conclusive presumption of knowledge of such information. A lawyer is prohibited from using information relating to representation of a client to the disadvantage of the client unless the client gives informed consent, except as permitted or required by these rules. Co. v. Bowne, 817 So.2d 994, 998 (Fla. 4th DCA 2002), Estright v Bay POint, 921 So. 0000008829 00000 n 8. 1876) A motion to disqualify counsel is the proper procedural vehicle to challenge an attorney's representation whenever an attorney seeks to represent an interest adverse to that of a former client. Because of this freedom from direct oversight, there is a lot of opportunity for abuse. Counsel should also anticipate what occurs if the party responsible for preparing the order fails to complete the task. 0000002422 00000 n Ct. (2004) 122 Cal.App.4th 17, 23. 0000066358 00000 n And I understand that online storage is very inexpensive right now. Please click Confirm below to continue. Dept. Matters: (1) Motion of Defendants to Disqualify Gersh Derby as Counsel ..t attached as exhibit A to the motion is deemed served on the parties; plaintiffs shall file the first amended complaint, or arrange that the copy of the first amended complaint lodged with the court be filed, on or before January 13, 2012. When a lawyer becomes associated with a firm, the firm may not knowingly represent a person in the same or a substantially related matter in which that lawyer, or a firm with which the lawyer was associated, had previously represented a client whose interests are materially adverse to that person and about whom the lawyer had acquired information protected by rules 4-1.6 and 4-1.9(b) and (c) that is material to the matter. Discussion: Substituted | Duval | 2017 | Attorney Filing | Romantic Relationship; Privileged Information; Imputed DQ; X Denied | Duval | 2018 | Attorney Filing | Police Officers Pension Fund; State Board; Switching Sides; Substituted | Duval | 2019 | Attorney Filing | Tactical Advantage; Disciplinary Threats Levied. _ o;7!r4x ttF~}zmNaF2f8ol&L4pCZ!i*m.y`W t% Rule 3.230 Fla. R. Crim. See paragraph (b)." Tex. Morse v Clark, 890 So. In assessing motions to disqualify based on conflicts, Colorado courts also consider (1) a clients preference for a particular counsel, (2) the clients right to confidentiality in communications with his or her attorney, (3) the integrity of the judicial process, and (4) the nature of the particular conflict of interest involved. Appellate Mechanism: Abuse of Discretion 0000008252 00000 n First, there must be a substantial relationship between the former representation and the current representation. 2d 1357 (Fla. 5th DCA 1980), Herschowsky v Guardianship of Herschowsky, 890 So.2d 1246 (Fla. 4th DCA 2005), Lewis v Nical of Palm Beach, Inc. 959 So. 2023 Dentons. The strength of Kazakh courts for resolving commercial disputes lies in availability of various specialized courts. Accordingly, for Attys. 1982), Russakoff v Dept of Insur., 724 So. Unsolicited emails and other information sent to Dentons will not be considered confidential, may be disclosed to others, may not receive a response, and do not create a lawyer-client relationship. [A] highly speculative and tactical interest does not meet the standing requirements. 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