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Conflicts Arising From Sanctions Motions: An Analytical Framework

WA Bar News

6 CR 11(a) primarily addresses pleadings, motions, and other “legal memorandum[s].” CR 11(a)(3), in turn, includes in the attorney’s certification that the pleading or other paper “is not interposed for any improper purposes, such as to harass or to cause unnecessary delay or needless increase in the cost of litigation[.]” 905, 271 P.3d

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Reckoning: The Duty to Correct Under RPC 3.3

WA Bar News

Some, like pleadings, are governed by specific standards of lawyer personal knowledge that, although prohibiting lawyers from knowingly offering false evidence, recognize that litigation inherently involves a clash of competing narratives. m) to include administrative hearings and arbitrations. 10 Comment 1 to RPC 3.3, 2d 451, 120 P.3d

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Decoding Justice: Key Differences Between Civil and Criminal Litigation

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.” Court Hearing Process : Civil cases involve various processes like pleadings, pre-trial motions, trials, and other potential appeals to ensure a fair proceeding. Usually, the government provides a defence lawyer to the accused, who plays a crucial role in reviewing evidence, questioning witnesses, and presenting a robust defence.

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Is Legal Billing Difficult?

Practice Panther

Preparing for Depositions : Time spent preparing oneself, the client, or witnesses for depositions. Attendance at Mediations or Arbitrations : Participating in alternative dispute resolution processes on behalf of a client. Transactional Work : Time spent on negotiations, due diligence, and closing of transactions.