LEO: Former Clients - Conflict  LE Op. 318

 

Former Clients - Conflict.

 

June 6, 1979

 

It is improper for an attorney to accept a case where a member of the

firm had previously consulted with the opposing party concerning the

possibility of representation unless the opposing party consents to such

representation. [See II: DR:5-105(D).]

 

Committee Opinion June 6, 1979