Fostering Trust and Openness
THE IMPORTANCE OF ATTORNEY-CLIENT PRIVILEGE
Attorney-client privilege is a cornerstone of all legal work. Ensuring an open and honest communication channel between individuals and their legal representatives is incredibly important. With it, these
representatives can adequately represent them in court. This fundamental concept can establish a confidential, safe space where clients can and should freely express all information to their attorney. At its core, this privilege is a legal principle that protects the confidentiality of any communication between clients and their lawyers. Clients should be encouraged to be forward with their attorneys, providing them with all relevant information without fear of disclosure or judgement. The underlying intent is to assure any clients that they can ask questions and share key information without the fear of having their private information used against them in court. This extends beyond meetings in the office or courtroom. All forms of communication between attorneys and their clients are protected under this privilege. This includes written correspondence like emails and texts, phone calls, and in-person discussions. The protected information can be
used to better understand your case’s unique intricacies and formulate effective legal strategies to enact in court. While this is incredibly protective, like any legal concept, this privilege is not absolute. This privilege can be waived in some situations, such as when the client voluntarily shares information with a third party. If you have a lawyer friend you’re sharing sensitive information with, and they’re not acting in a professional capacity, this isn’t considered privileged information. Finally, the ethical rules we operate under permit disclosure of information that will prevent death or substantial bodily injury. As a vital component of the legal system, attorney- client privilege empowers individuals to seek legal counsel without fearing their confidential information being exposed to others. By preserving this privilege, we uphold the principles of justice that ensure clients can collaborate alongside attorneys to pursue equitable and fair outcomes in court.
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Marry Me Chicken
This dish will have your guests going down on one knee to marry you … or this delicious chicken. Remember, the quickest way to someone’s heart is through their stomach! Ingredients • 3 boneless chicken breasts • 1 tsp salt and pepper • 1 tbsp olive oil • 3 cloves garlic, minced • 1 cup chicken broth • 1/2 cup heavy cream • 3/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes • 1 tsp dried oregano • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes Directions 1. Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a skillet over high heat, add olive oil and allow it to heat up. Then add chicken. 2. Let cook for 6 minutes or until golden brown. Repeat on the other side. Remove cooked chicken to a plate and set aside. 3. Reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic, broth, and heavy cream to the skillet. Stir sauce for 1 minute. 4. Add sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes to the mixture. 5. Bring sauce to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Add chicken back to the skillet, coating each side. Cook until chicken reaches 165 F.
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