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Or. R. Prof. Conduct 5.6
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Rule 5.6 Restrictions on Right to Practice
Law Firms and Associations
Rule Text
A lawyer shall not participate in offering or making: (a) a partnership, shareholders, operating, employment, or other similar type of agreement that restricts the right of a lawyer or LP to practice after termination of the relationship, except an agreement concerning benefits upon retirement; or (b) an agreement in which a direct or indirect restriction on the lawyer's or LP’s right to practice is part of the settlement of a client controversy.
Amendment history: Adopted 01/01/05. Amended 01/01/26: Paragraphs (a) and (b) amended to add references to LPs.