Can a California Supervising Lawyer Be Disciplined for an Associate’s Misconduct?
6/28/19
By: Greg Fayard The answer to this question is yes, in certain circumstances. This is a change under the current rules of professional conduct for lawyers compared to the prior rules, which expired last October 31, 2018. Rule 5.1 says supervising lawyers must make reasonable efforts to ensure the firm has measures to ensure all…