Diana C Manning

June 09, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer

There is often confusion about what property/documents attorneys must retain and what must be turned over to the client when the engagement ends. This article examines the scope of an attorney's duty to turn over certain materials to a client upon termination or withdrawal and discusses potential consequences from a failure to fully comply with these responsibilities.

By Diana C. Manning, Benjamin J. DiLorenzo and Kyle A. Valente

8 minute read

April 20, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer

This article examines recent developments concerning the enforceability of arbitration provisions in commercial agreements and highlights emerging issues for practitioners to be aware of when reviewing such clauses and litigating arbitration disputes.

By Diana C. Manning, Benjamin J. DiLorenzo and Kyle A. Valente

8 minute read

February 23, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer

Mastery of ethical and efficient billing is a cornerstone to the success of any legal practice. It is a skill that can lead to immediate results in productivity and profitability. Particularly for newly admitted attorneys, learning the ins and outs of successful billing practices goes a long way to ensuring you meet billable requirements and that your time is captured accurately.

By Diana C. Manning, Benjamin J. DiLorenzo and Kyle A. Valente

6 minute read

January 27, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer

This article examines conflicts of interest in the organizational setting and discusses potential consequences from a failure to spot and adequately address such conflicts.

By Diana C. Manning, Benjamin J. DiLorenzo and Kyle A. Valente

7 minute read

June 13, 2022 | The Legal Intelligencer

With summer nearly upon us, there is no better time for a refresher on attorney ethics to avoid landing in hot water with disciplinary authorities. From tips on attorney advertising to the intricacies of attorney trust accounts, this second installment will assist in avoiding common ethical pitfalls in the practice of law.

By Diana C. Manning, Benjamin J. DiLorenzo and Kyle A. Valente

8 minute read

January 28, 2022 | The Legal Intelligencer

Ethical concerns, if not addressed early on and in an effective manner, can compound and present themselves further down the road with severe consequences.

By Diana C. Manning, Benjamin J. DiLorenzo and Kyle A. Valente

8 minute read

January 09, 2020 | New Jersey Law Journal

Always treat the process and all those involved with courtesy and respect. When corresponding with disciplinary authorities, it does not help to use inflammatory language or to employ literary devices that belittle the process or the grievant.

By  Diana C. Manning

8 minute read

May 23, 2016 | New Jersey Law Journal

Are attorneys ethically required to complete Internet searches of prospective or sitting jurors? A look at the positions taken by some jurisdictions and some of the related ethical issues.

By Diana C. Manning, Jenny R. Caruso, Lauren Fenton-Valdivia and Michael T. Hensley

8 minute read