Gain a better understanding of rules related to multijurisdictional practice and identify tasks that constitute the practice of law.
Generally, a lawyer may not ‘practice law’ outside of their licensed jurisdiction. While this seems like a fairly simple rule to abide by, it is also a fairly simple rule to misunderstand. Occasionally, a lawyer will make phone calls outside of their jurisdiction or send emails or letters outside of their jurisdiction. These tasks can be construed as ‘practicing law’ and may result in a violation of a lawyer’s ethical obligations. This presentation will discuss the rules related to multijurisdictional practice and identify tasks that constitute the practice of law. This presentation will also provide guidance on what to do when faced with a matter outside of a lawyer’s licensed jurisdiction.
Agenda
Multijurisdictional Practice in General
- What Are the Rules?
- How Do the Rules Vary From State to State?
- Are There Exceptions to the Rules?
What Constitutes Practicing Law?
- Examples Provided in the Rules
- Examples Provided in Caselaw
- How This Definition Varies From State to State
Guidance From ABA
- ABA Formal Opinions Related to Multijurisdictional Practice
Multijurisdictional Practice in Reality
- Real Examples of Attorney Discipline for Improperly Practicing Outside of Their Licensed Jurisdiction
Conclusions
- Considerations When Working Outside Your Licensed Jurisdictions
- Tips for Remaining Compliant With the Applicable Ethical Rules
Speakers
Aram V. Desteian,
Bassford Remele- Attorney with Bassford Remele and serves as Associate General Counsel
- Represents businesses in complex commercial litigation, and also counsels and defends other lawyers against a spectrum of professional liability claims
- Member of several civic and professional organizations
- J.D. degree, magna cum laude, William Mitchell College of Law; B.A. degree, cum laude, St. Olaf College
- Can be contacted at 612-746-1088 or adesteian@bassford.com
Kiralyn J. Locke,
Bassford Remele- Attorney
- Focuses her practice on employment counseling, trust and estate litigation, and professional liability
- Counsels lawyers and law firms on professional liability claims, including legal ethics, legal malpractice, and employment disputes related to legal professionals
- Presenter for Bassford Remele, the Civil Litigator’s Annual Update, and the Midwest Legal Conference on Data Privacy and Cybersecurity
- Author of publications for Attorney at Law Magazine and The View
- Member of the Minnesota State Bar Association, Hennepin County Bar Association, Professional Liability Defense Federation, Minnesota Women Lawyers, and Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association
- J.D. degree, Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Who Should Attend
This live webinar is designed for attorneys. Other legal professionals may also benefit from attending.
