KY Bar Professional Responsibility 3

Question 1

A Kentucky lawyer holds client settlement funds. Under Rule 1.15, these funds must be kept:

Accepted Answer

In a separate trust account, with complete records preserved for five years after termination of the representation

Answer

Rule 1.15 requires client property in a separate trust account with records kept for five years after the representation ends.

Question 2

A former client's matter is 'substantially related' to a new matter a Kentucky lawyer wants to take against that former client. Under Rule 1.9, the lawyer:

Accepted Answer

May not represent the new client unless the former client gives informed consent, confirmed in writing

Answer

Rule 1.9(a) bars materially adverse, substantially related representation absent the former client's informed written consent.

Question 3

A Kentucky prosecutor possesses evidence that tends to negate the guilt of the accused. Under Rule 3.8, the prosecutor must:

Accepted Answer

Disclose it to the defense in a timely manner

Answer

Rule 3.8(c) requires timely disclosure of evidence or information that tends to negate guilt or mitigate the offense.

Question 4

A Kentucky lawyer wants to communicate about a case with an opposing party who is represented by counsel. Under Rule 4.2, the lawyer may do so only if:

Accepted Answer

The other lawyer consents or the contact is authorized by law or court order

Answer

Rule 4.2 prohibits communication with a represented person absent counsel's consent or legal authorization.

Question 5

Which lawyer advertisement would violate Kentucky's rules on communications about legal services?

Accepted Answer

Claiming 'I guarantee you will win your case'

Answer

Guaranteeing outcomes creates unjustified expectations and is a false or misleading communication under Rule 7.1.

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KY Bar Professional Responsibility 3