Practice question
A lawyer leaves a regulatory office and, eight months later, proposes to advise a paying client on a submission pending before that same office. She will remain behind the scenes and let another lawyer attend the hearing. She argues that only personal courtroom appearances are restricted. Which is the best response under Section 7(b)?
- She is correct because no court is involved
- She is correct if the attending lawyer is independent
- The clause covers professional practice in connection with a matter before the former office, not merely personal court appearances
- The restriction applies only when the former office objects in writing
- The restriction applies only if she still receives a government salary
Legal references
- https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra1989/ra_6713_1989.html — Section 7(b), especially the final paragraph on one-year restrictions after separation, and Section 7(c).
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