Practice question
A CSC member continues directing private clients' legal matters through a consultancy, retaining substantive control but avoiding the label 'law firm.' The member argues that a business label makes the legal work permissible. Which answer is best?
- A consultancy label always removes professional restrictions
- The client's choice of label is decisive
- The actual professional work remains subject to the Section 2 prohibition; relabeling does not supply permission
- Only printed retainer agreements are covered
- The prohibition applies only to professional fees paid in cash
Legal references
- 1987 Constitution, Article IX-A, Sections 1–2: https://lawphil.net/consti/cons1987.html
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