A client gives an attorney a $10,000 advance retainer for future legal services not yet rendered. Under California Rules, the attorney must:
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A
Deposit the funds into the attorney's business operating account for immediate access
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B
Place the unearned funds in a client trust account until they are actually earned through services rendered
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C
Notify the State Bar of the advance retainer within 10 business days of receipt
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D
Deposit the funds in any bank account as long as the attorney provides the client a written receipt