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Ethical Issues You Can't Ignore When Representing a Client in Decline

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58 minutes
Siobhan Leger
With Siobhan Leger from Leger Law Group, LLC
Recorded May 21, 2025.
Product ID 100331

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Overview

Critical Guidance for Representing Declining Clients Without Overstepping Boundaries

When you're representing a client in decline, it's like navigating a corn maze. While every move you make is critical, you can't make each decision by yourself; you need to find a balance between letting your client choose their path while providing guidance that aligns with their best interests. In this fast-paced program, our seasoned faculty present you with best practices for handling ethical issues when representing a client in decline. Whether you just launched your legal career, or you're a veteran in the legal profession, you're sure to find value in this course - register today!

  • Identify critical factors to take into consideration when assessing client capacity.
  • Review the limits of confidentiality when involving family or third parties in decision-making.
  • Uncover practical guidance for balancing client autonomy with advocacy.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. Evaluating Client Capacity: Key Factors and When to Consult Medical Professionals
  2. Confidentiality Limitations When Involving Third Parties or Family
  3. Preventing Undue Influence and Financial Exploitation in Client Decisions
  4. Conflicts Involving Clients in Decline (Dual Representation, Personal Interests, etc.)
  5. Balancing Advocacy for the Client's Best Interests vs. Client Autonomy
  6. Ethical Duties When Representing a Client in Decline in Court

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Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Alaska CLE Reciprocity 1 Total
Arkansas CLE Approved 1 Total
Arizona CLE Approved 1 Total
California CLE Approved 1 Total
Colorado CLE Approved 1 Total
Connecticut CLE Approved 1 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 1 Total
Florida CLE Approved 1 Total
Georgia CLE Approved 1 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 1 Total
Idaho CLE Upon Request 1 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 1 Total
Maine CLE Approved 1 Total
Minnesota CLE Approved 1 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 1.2 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 1 Total
Mississippi CLE Approved 1 Total
Montana CLE Approved 1 Total
North Dakota CLE Approved 1 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 1 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 1 Total
New Mexico CLE Approved 1 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 1 Total
New York CLE Approved 1 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 1 Total
Oregon CLE Approved 1 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 1 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 1 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 1 Total
Washington CLE Approved 1 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 1 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 1.2 Total
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  1. Ethical Issues You Can't Ignore When Representing a Client in Decline

    1. Evaluating Client Capacity: Key Factors and When to Consult Medical Professionals
    2. Confidentiality Limitations When Involving Third Parties or Family
    3. Preventing Undue Influence and Financial Exploitation in Client Decisions
    4. Conflicts Involving Clients in Decline (Dual Representation, Personal Interests, etc.)
    5. Balancing Advocacy for the Client's Best Interests vs. Client Autonomy
    6. Ethical Duties When Representing a Client in Decline in Court

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for attorneys. Paralegals may also benefit.

Speakers

Siobhan Leger
Siobhan
Leger
Leger Law Group, LLC
Speaker bio
Siobhan Leger

Siobhan Leger

Leger Law Group, LLC
Siobhan Leger

is the owner of Leger Law Group, LLC, where her practice focuses mainly on estate planning, special needs planning, successions, trust administration, Medicaid planning, and veteran's aid and attendance advocacy. She is a VA accredited attorney and a volunteer attorney with Wills for Heroes, an organization that provides pro bono estate planning services to veterans and first responders. Ms. Leger is also a member of various professional organizations, including the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys; Elder Law, Disability Planning and Bioethics Group, American Bar Association; National Academy of Family Law Attorneys; and Louisiana State Bar Association. She earned her J.D. degree from the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University and her B.A. degree from Louisiana State University.

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