Janis M. Meyer

March 09, 2020 | New York Law Journal

In their Professional Responsibility column, Anthony E. Davis and Janis M. Meyer address the meaning and practical application of lawyers' duties to safeguard client property under New York Rule of Professional Conduct 1.15.

By Anthony E. Davis and Janis M. Meyer

11 minute read

January 03, 2020 | New York Law Journal

In their Professional Responsibility column, Anthony Davis and Janis Meyer examine Formal Opinion, 489, titled "Obligations Related to Notice When Lawyers Change Firms," which provides a helpful summary of the rules that govern lawyers and their law firms in the context of lateral movement.

By Anthony E. Davis and Janis M. Meyer

8 minute read

November 05, 2018 | New York Law Journal

In this Professional Responsibility column, Anthony E. Davis and Janis M. Meyer address the question of what—if any—information about client matters can lawyers share with their significant others?

By Anthony E. Davis and Janis M. Meyer

10 minute read

June 10, 2016 | New York Law Journal

Janis M. Meyer writes: Although a number of U.S. law firms conduct some form of such due diligence as part of their client intake procedures, it is not mandatory here. It is likely, however, that the legal profession will be under increased scrutiny as the Panama Papers revelations continue. Accordingly, lawyers and law firms should view the Panama Papers as an opportunity to do some internal review to ensure that they are protected against a Panama Papers or Global Witness-type incident.

By Janis M. Meyer

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