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Discipline

Dec. 15, 2000

Written Warning

Although all attorneys know that they have fiduciary obligations to clients, they may not realize the responsibilities they owe to nonclients. The emerging field of third-party liability is enough to give many lawyers nightmares. And while lawyers' reactions run the gamut from overreaction to inaction, all lawyers should be aware of the danger and take precautions.

        By JoAnne Earls Robbins
        
        Although all attorneys know that they have fiduciary obligations to clients, they may not realize the responsibilities they owe to nonclients. The emerging field of third-party liability is enough to give many lawyers nightmares. And while lawyers' reactions run the gamut from overreaction ...

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