Rule 4.3 Dealing with Unrepresented Person.
Rule Text
(a) In dealing on behalf of a client with a person who is not represented by counsel, a lawyer shall not state or imply that the lawyer is disinterested. When the lawyer knows or reasonably should know that the unrepresented person misunderstands the lawyer’s role in the matter, the lawyer shall make reasonable efforts to correct the misunderstanding.
(b) A person to whom limited-scope representation is being provided or has been provided in accordance with Rule 1.2(c) is considered to be unrepresented for purposes of this rule unless the opposing lawyer has been provided with a written notice of the limited-scope representation. If such notice is provided, the person is considered to be unrepresented regarding matters not designated in the notice of limited-scope representation.
[Amended eff. 3-26-2012.]