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Ethics/Professional Responsibility

Nov. 8, 2014

ABA publication warns lawyers how to avoid money laundering

A new booklet describes red flags that lawyers can watch for to keep from getting tangled in a client's money laundering scheme.


By Don J. DeBenedictis


Daily Journal Staff Writer


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