U.S. Supreme Court
Oct. 7, 2009
Roberts Defends Attorney Secrecy
Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. was the most forceful defender of the attorney-client privilege in a case before the U.S. Supreme Court Monday. On Sunday, Roberts and other members of the court attended a mass presided over by Donald W. Wuerl, the archbishop of Washington.
Daily Journal Staff Writer
WASHINGTON - Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. was the most forceful defender of the attorney-client privilege in the courtroom Monday when the U.S. Supreme Court considered a case many lawyers believe could weaken it.
It's unclear if enough of Roberts' colleagues have the same sympathy for attorneys representing corporate interests. Lawyers would like a right to file immedi...
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