Ethics

The Sharing, Splitting, Unbundling, Factoring, Financing, Bifurcation and Disclosure of Debtors’ Attorneys’ Fees: Ethical Ramifications and What You Need to Know

A Dischargeability Complaint Filed Without Investigation Resulted in Sanctions

We focus on ethics two days in a row, given the recent disturbing events in Houston.

Lawyer Must Disclose a Client’s Misconduct, Even When It’s ‘Uncomfortable’

Lawyers aren’t guarantors for a client’s misconduct, but they may be sanctioned for a coverup.

Bankruptcy Ethics & Malpractice

First-Day Hearings and the Due Process Balancing Act

Due process is a fundamental right, reiterated in the foundational documents of the U.S. [2] All lawyers are taught and tested on the requirements of due process, both in a procedural and substantive context. As a review, “procedural due process” requires that the deprivation of life, liberty or property by adjudication be preceded by notice and opportunity for hearing appropriate to the nature of the case. [3]