Rule 1.7 Conflict of Interest: Current Clients
Title 1 Client-LLLT Relationship
Rule Text
(a) Except as provided in paragraph (b), an LLLT shall not represent a client if the representation involves a concurrent conflict of interest. A concurrent conflict of interest exists if:
(1) the representation of one client will be directly adverse to another client; or
(2) there is a significant risk that the representation of one or more clients will be materially limited by the LLLT's responsibilities to another client, a former client, or a third person or by a personal interest of the LLLT.
(b) Notwithstanding the existence of a concurrent conflict of interest under paragraph (a), an LLLT may represent a client if:
(1) the LLLT reasonably believes that the LLLT will be able to provide competent and diligent representation to each affected client;
(2) the representation is not prohibited by law;
(3) the representation does not involve the assertion of a claim by one client against another client represented by the LLLT with respect to the same litigation or other proceeding before a tribunal; and (4) each affected client gives informed consent, confirmed in writing (following authorization from the other client to make any required disclosures).
Comment [1] Rule 1.7 was adapted from Lawyer RPC 1.7 with no substantive changes and applies to LLLTs analogously.
[2] Under no circumstances may an LLLT represent more than one party in any domestic relations matter. See Appendix APR 28 Regulation 2.