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Subject: B. Code of Professional Responsibility and Accountability (A.M. No. 22-09-01-SC)

Topic: Canon III - Fidelity

Ms. Lopez is a lawyer who has been representing Mr. Santos in a contentious civil case for the past two years. They have developed a strong attorney-client relationship based on trust, professionalism, and open communication. However, recently Ms. Lopez discovered that Mr. Santos has been dishonest with her regarding certain crucial information related to the case.

Based on Canon III of the Code of Professional Responsibility, particularly on the topic of Fidelity, analyze the following scenario and answer the question below:

Question: Discuss the ethical obligations of Ms. Lopez as a lawyer towards her client Mr. Santos, taking into consideration the concept of fidelity under Canon III of the Code of Professional Responsibility. What actions, if any, should Ms. Lopez take in response to Mr. Santos' dishonesty? Support your answer with relevant provisions of the Code of Professional Responsibility.



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