Section of Litigation Roundtable RESERVATION FORM

Lawyers on the Move: Ethical and Practical Considerations for Partner Withdrawals

Presented by:

Professional Services Liability Litigation Committee

Co-Sponsored by:

Ethics & Professionalism Committee

Wednesday, March 8, 2017 - 2:00 - 3:00 PM EST

Attorneys who change firms (and the firms which they are joining) confront ethical and practical quandaries. This roundtable on lawyer mobility will feature three attorneys with expertise in handling partner withdrawals and will focus on ethical requirements as well as practical considerations.

Issues to be discussed include: rules and best practices concerning a potential lateral transfer, including conflict checks and disclosure obligations; notification to client of transfer; handling client files and materials; effect of partnership agreements; contacts with other lawyers and employees of the prior firm; and dealing with disputes that arise.

Panelists:

Merri A. Baldwin, Shareholder, Rogers Joseph O’Donnell, P.C.

Thomas Mason, Partner, Harris, Wiltshire & Grannis LLP

Allison Martin Rhoades, Partner, Holland & Knight LLP

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Committee Roundtables are a free member benefit that allow you to call in from anywhere to hear live audio programs on a host of topics, such as: the ramifications of a recent court case or legislation, developing a new practice area, trial tips, Q&A with a judge, creating personal marketing plans, coping with difficult opposing counsel, and balancing professional and personal life.

**Roundtables are not eligible for CLE Credit.

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