Misrepresentation. 1 A lawyer is required to be truthful when dealing with others on a client's behalf, but generally has no affirmative duty to inform an opposing party of relevant facts. A misrepresentation can occur if the lawyer incorporates or affirms a statement of another person that the lawyer knows is false.

8 Tips for Dealing with Difficult Opposing Counsel Point out Common Ground. Don't be Afraid to Ask Why. Separate the Person from the Problem. Focus on your Interests. Don't Fall for your Assumptions. Take a Calculated Approach. Control the Conversation by Reframing. Pick up the Phone.

A summons with notice or summons and complaint must be served within 120 days of filing with the County Clerk.

If you find yourself in a situation where you believe the opposing counsel is not being truthful, the key is to rely on evidence and legal procedures to address the issue. You can also consult with a local lawyer in the area of law your case involves to get additional advice on your specific case and this magistrate.

If the problem persists, take action before the situation gets worse. Do not pass the issue to someone else in your office. Instead, a frank exchange between you and the opposing counsel may be needed. Perhaps a colleague can serve as an intermediary to smooth the way to a better relationship.

If opposing counsel has seriously lied to and misled the court, you certainly should bring it to the court's attention. However, there is a proper way to do that. Example: If opposing counsel misstates an appellate opinion, and you know it is intentional, don't call opposing counsel a liar.

The bond between a lawyer and a client is built on trust and honesty. But what if that trust is broken? Can I sue my lawyer for lying? In some instances, yes, you can sue your lawyer for lying.

As set forth in the Restatement (Third) of the Law Governing Lawyers, §108(4), “A tribunal should not permit a lawyer to call opposing trial coun- selas a witness unless there is a compelling need for the lawyer's testimony.” (emphasis added) Many jurisdictions follow this gen- eral rule, e.g., Louisiana.

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.

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