In consulting with other members of the System, you should emphasize the points highlighted in the attached guidance regarding the. Company's determination.At Medina McKelvey, we work with you to proactively bolster compliance and culture to improve your employment practices and reduce the risk of lawsuits. The attorney-client privilege belongs to the client, which is the company, not its employees. The principle that the attorney-client privilege attaches to third-party consultants also has been applied to representatives of the attorney, such as. A party's communications with an attorney and a third party consultant must be reasonably necessary for the attorney's representation of the client. First, they must show they approached counsel for the purpose of seeking legal advice. The basis for the attorney-client privilege is the principle that clients and attorneys should be able to communicate in a free and frank manner. Los Angeles, California. The attorney-client privilege is one of the oldest privileges that protect confidential communications in the United States.