Description
This course gives the student a thorough grounding in professional responsibility and ethics for the legal profession. Students will examine ethical requirements and aspirations under the American Bar Association Model Code, Ohio Rules of Professional Conduct and the National Federation of Paralegal Associations. Aspects covered include; regulation of attorneys and paralegals, unauthorized practice of law, confidentiality, conflicts of interest, advertising and solicitation, fees and client funds, competency and professionalism. Prerequisite: LS 101.