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All ▸ Bar 2024 ▸ REMEDIAL LAW, LEGAL AND JUDICIAL ETHICS ▸ VIII. LEGAL AND JUDICIAL ETHICS WITH PRACTICAL EXERCISES ▸ B. Code of Professional Responsibility and Accountability (A.M. No. 22-09-01-SC) ▸ 1. Canon 1 - Independence, Merit-Based Practice - Section 2

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

Identify the scenario that best illustrates a violation of Canon 1 - Independence, Merit-Based Practice, Section 2.

  1. Lawyer A, a partner in a prestigious law firm, accepts a case despite having a conflict of interest with one of the firm's existing clients. The client is not informed about the conflict and Lawyer A continues to represent both clients simultaneously.
  2. Lawyer B, who is running for a political position, promises discounted legal services to potential voters in exchange for their support during the campaign period.
  3. Lawyer C, a senior partner in a law firm, assigns all high-profile cases only to lawyers who are closely related to him, regardless of their competence and experience.
  4. Lawyer D, a practicing lawyer for 10 years, actively solicits clients by giving out business cards and advertising on social media platforms, in violation of the rules against advertising by lawyers.


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