WY Bar Professional Responsibility 2

Question 1

Under Wyoming Rules of Professional Conduct, which rule governs the division of fees between lawyers not in the same firm?

Accepted Answer

Rule 1.5(e)

Answer

Wyoming RPC Rule 1.5(e) permits fee-sharing between lawyers in different firms if the division is proportionate to services rendered or agreed in writing with client consent.

Question 2

Under Wyoming RPC Rule 1.16, a lawyer MUST withdraw from representation when:

Accepted Answer

The representation would require violating the Rules of Professional Conduct

Answer

Wyoming RPC Rule 1.16(a) mandates withdrawal when continuing would require the lawyer to violate the Rules of Professional Conduct or applicable law.

Question 3

Under Wyoming's professional conduct rules, a lawyer is prohibited from entering a business transaction with a client unless all of the following are met EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The transaction is approved by the Wyoming State Bar

Answer

Wyoming RPC Rule 1.8(a) requires fair terms, written disclosure, advice to seek independent counsel, and client written consent — but does not require State Bar approval.

Question 4

The Wyoming State Bar's disciplinary authority is exercised primarily through:

Accepted Answer

The Board of Professional Responsibility and Wyoming Supreme Court

Answer

Wyoming attorney discipline is administered by the Board of Professional Responsibility, with ultimate authority resting in the Wyoming Supreme Court.

Question 5

Under Wyoming RPC Rule 8.3, a lawyer who knows another lawyer has committed a violation that raises substantial questions about that lawyer's honesty must:

Accepted Answer

Report it to the appropriate professional authority

Answer

Wyoming RPC Rule 8.3(a) requires a lawyer to report another lawyer's known misconduct that raises substantial questions about honesty, trustworthiness, or fitness to the appropriate authority.

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WY Bar Professional Responsibility 2