ABA Model Rules

Question 1

When did the ABA adopt the Model Rules of Professional Conduct?

Accepted Answer

1983, replacing the Model Code of Professional Responsibility (1969). (Source: ABA Model Rules (1983))

Question 2

Model Rule 1.1 requires what?

Accepted Answer

Competence: the legal knowledge, skill, thoroughness and preparation reasonably necessary for the representation. (Source: ABA Model Rule 1.1)

Question 3

Model Rule 1.6 — general rule?

Accepted Answer

A lawyer shall not reveal information relating to the representation of a client unless the client gives informed consent, disclosure is impliedly authorised, or an exception in 1.6(b) applies. (Source: ABA Model Rule 1.6)

Question 4

Model Rule 1.7 — concurrent conflict of interest?

Accepted Answer

Exists if representation of one client is directly adverse to another, or there is a significant risk the representation will be materially limited; may proceed only with reasonable belief in competent representation and informed consent confirmed in writing (among other conditions). (Source: ABA Model Rule 1.7)

Question 5

Model Rule 3.3 — candour toward the tribunal?

Accepted Answer

A lawyer shall not knowingly make a false statement of fact or law to a tribunal, fail to disclose directly adverse controlling authority, or offer evidence the lawyer knows to be false. (Source: ABA Model Rule 3.3)

1.When did the ABA adopt the Model Rules of Professional Conduct?

2.Model Rule 1.1 requires what?

3.Model Rule 1.6 — general rule?

4.Model Rule 1.7 — concurrent conflict of interest?

5.Model Rule 3.3 — candour toward the tribunal?